Responsible for all activities in the laboratory working closely with the Microbiology Chemistry and Metrology Managers Quality Manager Laboratory Managers Business Development Executives Project Managers and customers. In the absence of a Laboratory Manager the Site Director will assume those duties as well. Is a member of the Quality Committee.
Essential Duties/ Responsibilities:
- Provides operational leadership and support through effective planning
execution management of personnel and available resources. - Motivates staff to perform at high levels and ensures laboratory profitability
through engaged employees satisfied clients and efficient processes that
are quality driven. - Develops and maintains production schedules ensuring ontime completion
and delivery of Final Reports and Data Packages. - Provides and assists customers with understanding regulatory guidelines test
results technical support and the appropriateness of specific tests including
advantages and limitations of test procedures. - Accomplished productivity through effective communication of company
goals/objectives and supports staff in achieving such expectations by
appraising performance and giving continuous feedback. - Plans and oversees development of new laboratory technologies and test
methods. In particular continues to build on the phage work developed in the lab lead the growth of the environmental monitoring function into the NE be a lead in the growth of the Calibration Certification and Metrology business across the Eurofins Infinity network and Eurofins US and continue to grow the raw materials testing function as a part of the Eurofins BPT group. - Ensures continuous development and training of staff.
- Ensures that the facility instrumentation and equipment are well maintained
and in good working order. - Working with IT and senior leadership ensures the implementation of the Eurofins eLIMS electronic Quality Management System and electronic lab notebook while maintaining compliance with ISO/IEC 17025.
- Handles BD client and employee requests and concerns appropriate and in a
timely manner. Works extensively with BD and Project management to provide quotes to clients in a timely manner. - Supports and participates in customer and regulatory audits.
- Evaluates resumes interviews potential employees and hires new personnel;
evaluates and supervises the performance of the Laboratory Managers and Project Manager - Makes daily rounds in laboratory to judge effectiveness of operation
utilization of personnel and supplies and ensures an ethical safe and
professional atmosphere. - Participates in writing and approving regulatory documents relating to the
Quality Management System and regulatory agencies such as ISO AAMI
USP and FDA.
Qualifications :
Education:
- Bachelors degree in management Microbiology Chemistry applied sciences or or a related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in a testing laboratory of which at least 5 years in a management capacity.
- Handson experience working with laboratory instrumentation (e.g. HPLC PCR etc.).
- Thorough knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 17025 and cGMP.
- Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
- Internal contact includes daily contact with all personnel and regular contact with management.
- External contact may require frequent contact with Clients and BD.
- External contact with vendors may be required.
Competencies:
- Detailed understanding of microbiological and chemical sciences related to pharmaceutical and medical device testing.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Responsive problem solver and actionoriented
Additional Information :
Position is fulltime MondayFriday 8 a.m.5 p.m. with overtime as needed.
Excellent fulltime benefits including comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Compensation will range around $80000$95000 per year based on education and experience
Eurofins is a M/F Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime