Senior Quality Assurance Specialist

Company Description

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

Job Description

This individual will be responsible for assessing the overall quality systems for all OGC laboratories in the US. This will consist of using the Test Method Qualification form to see where each laboratory stands, develop a plan to rectify the gaps, follow up and maintain for longevity. The overall goal is to reach ISO 17025 quality requirements in all laboratories which will extend to operations as well. This position will be tasked with method development, writing SOP’s and managing the implementation in each facility in the US. This position will also conduct evaluations, audits and follow up as needed and provide assistance to the National Laboratory Managers.

This job should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Evaluate ASTM, UOP, IP, proprietary methods, etc.
• Formulate a plan of action with the assistance of local laboratory management.
• Ensure proper method and quality process implementation in all US OGC laboratories.
• Update laboratories on changes to Technical Governance requirements and advise management on changes to methods, business and regulations. Facilitate changes to OGC systems and ensure compliance.
• Perform risk assessment and evaluation of all instrumentation through technical audits. Ensure upgrade of equipment and optimum equipment utilization throughout the laboratory network
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner to ensure positive interactions with clients, customers, co-workers and management.
• Ensure business lines quality protocols are implemented and maintained.
• Provide technical staff with instrument details, reporting requirements, advanced configuration and development requirements.
• Ensure all laboratory staff understands each method, quality requirement and is trained to full 17025 compliance
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science field plus five years of experience working in a laboratory environment or equivalent experience of 10 years in a laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 is preferred
• Language Skills: English required
• Strong attention to detail and organizational, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform technical writing for standard operating procedures and known policies
• Must be able to work unsupervised and independently
• Must be able to direct numerous activities at once and be able to work effectively under pressure.
• Must have excellent communications skills.
• Must be available to work weekends and off hours.
• Ability to influence in situations where there is no direct authority.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment – maintaining an objective perspective

Additional Information

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.