Manager, R&D Brea Lab

Becton Dickinson seeks a Lab Manager for its Brea, California R&D facility to oversee daily laboratory operations, manage technician teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires balancing resource management, regulatory compliance, and project execution within a shared services product development environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day laboratory operations and supervise lab technician teams
• Oversee resource forecasting, task scheduling, and capital budget allocation for the lab site
• Plan and execute continuous lab improvement projects and develop performance metrics
• Ensure facility compliance with EHS standards and maintain audit readiness as primary lab contact
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, environmental chamber supervision, and aging program management

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field plus 4+ years product development/lab experience
• 1-2 years of supervisory or team management experience
• Knowledge of design control, verification/validation testing, and regulatory standards (ISO, FDA, OSHA, ASTM)
• Strong technical writing and communication skills with ability to advise decision makers
• Understanding of root cause analysis techniques and statistical methods
• Familiarity with lab compliance practices, safety standards, and GLP/GDP requirements