QA Manager

Job Summary

Responsible for preparing documentation related to laboratory quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) and ISO certification activities. They will also be responsible for implementing quality control procedures, as well as preparing and safeguarding related records.

 

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

·         Serving as a focal point for QA/QC and will be responsible for the oversight and review

of quality control data on a routine basis.

·         Compiling daily Statistical Quality Control (SQC) data from all test methods that require

an SQC, to ensure the laboratory is operating efficiently.

·         Coordinate all internal and external Proficiency Testing activities for the laboratory. 

·         Prepare and maintain SQC charts and Proficiency Testing summaries.

·         Assist with continual improvement and implementation of the Quality System Manual

(QSM) and Laboratory Quality System Manual (LQSM).

·         Prepare for internal, customer, and regulatory assessments according to the quality system procedure.

·         Coordinate the initiation of laboratory related Corrective Action Reports (CAR) and

Preventative Action Reports (PAR), prepare assessment reports, laboratory related

customer complaint reports, and assist Laboratory Manager maintain all records for review.

·         Controlling the laboratory equipment and supply inventory. Coordinate the replacement/ repair of faulty equipment and supplies. Must also perform instrument calibrations and maintain verifications as per schedule.

·         Address all technical issues that arise from routine analysis and confer with Laboratory

Manager/Supervisor on issues of a less routine nature.

·         Provide training to laboratory personnel.

·         Act as a liaison between Laboratory Manager and laboratory personnel.