Quality Assurance Manager - Eurofins Built Environment Testing - USA
Eurofins

Job Info

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Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

The Quality Assurance (QA) Manager has the authority for and responsibility of developing, implementing, and improving the laboratory Quality System set forth by Eurofins Built Environment Testing. The QA Manager oversees the maintenance of quality control (QC) records; maintains certifications; approves, develops, and maintains Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); submits monthly QA Reports. The QA Manager has the final authority to accept or reject data, and to stop work in progress if procedures or practices compromise the validity and integrity of analytical data. The QA Manager is available to any employee at the facility to resolve data quality or ethical issues. The QA Manager is independent of laboratory operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to highest quality and ethical standards in laboratory operations
• Oversee Quality Assurance (QA) program for multiple laboratory sites
• Assist in and monitor laboratory's compliance with the reference methods, SOPs, and agency-specific requirements
• Generate and submit monthly QA reports
• Monitor quality trend analysis and proactively identify areas for improvement
• Assist in identification of systematic problems within the laboratory.
• Perform root cause analysis investigations in response to audit findings, client complaints, training needs assessments, data recall events, etc.
• Recommend resolutions for ongoing or recurring nonconformance, and ensure implementation of appropriate corrective action
• Conduct and respond to external audits conducted by clients and regulatory agencies
• Maintain NVLAP, AIHA and NELAC accreditations
• Work with management in performing annual Management Review of the Quality System
• Perform internal system audits of each department, write audit reports, and approve audit responses
• Maintain all necessary state and local laboratory certifications
• Maintain training records, including Demonstrations of Capability (DOCs) for all analysts
• Review and approve laboratory SOPs. Write SOPs as needed
• Track revised reports, and assist in identifying systematic improvements to minimize errors
• Track customer complaints and assists in identifying improvements
• Assist other laboratories as needed, including performing systems audits of other Eurofins Built Environment Testing laboratories
• Monitor new regulations, communicate them to the laboratory, and ensure compliance with the current version of regulations

Qualifications

Education:

BA/BS in a physical or life science.

Three or more hours of college level statistics coursework

Experience with technical writing

Ability and Skills:

Knowledge of :

Environmental testing methodologies

General regulatory requirements (ISO 17025, TNI Standards)

Analytical laboratory techniques

Laboratory QA requirements

Statistical principles

Computers, spreadsheets, and databases

Ability to:

Communicate effectively at all levels of organization, clients, and outside agencies

Work independently and as part of a team

Self-motivate

Adapt to changing circumstances

Maintain a positive attitude

Analyze problems and effect solutions

Prioritize tasks

Learn new techniques

Perform multiple tasks simultaneously

Keep accurate records

Follow instructions

Comply with company policies

Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills

Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail

Excellent leadership, initiative, and teambuilding skills

Time management and problem-solving skills

Strong attention to detail

Additional Information

Full-time position Monday- Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Candidates located within commutable distance of one of Eurofins Built Environment Labs are encouraged to apply. Role can be fully remote, travel is required a minimum of 8 times a year for Audits.

Salary: 60,000-90,000 Annually

What we Offer:

• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our websitewww.eurofinsus.com.

Eurofins Environment Testing Businesses in US are routinely engaged in Federal Contracts. Federal Governmentvaccination mandates MAY apply to staff working in these businesses. Successful applicants will be required to confirm vaccination status or demonstrate eligibility for medical or religious exemptions prior to commencing employment.

Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Eurofins Environment Testing Businesses in the US are routinely engaged in Federal Contracts. Federal Government vaccination mandates may apply to staff working in these businesses. Successful applicants may be required to confirm vaccination status or demonstrate eligibility for medical or religious exemptions prior to commencing employment. In addition, certain positions require travel for which vaccination is required in accordance with Eurofins policy.

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