QA Senior Specialist - Environment Testing

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.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

Job Description

Position Summary: 

Ensuring quality of operations and data being produced in the laboratories; ensuring laboratory adherence to government regulations and client requirements; independently performing complex work and special projects in addition to routine and non-routine duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate 
• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision 
• Regular attendance and punctuality 
• Apply other applicable regulations based on assignment, such as GLP, EPA, NELAC, State programs, and A2LA 
• Handle PT Coordination and State Certification Maintenance 
• Review client or agency documents and identify requirements outside our usual practices, communicate to technical operations, assist with implementing appropriate changes 
• Keep abreast of regulatory or industry quality assurance (QA) requirements, consult with clients or regulatory authorities regarding any special QA requirements they may have, assist technical operations with application and interpretation 
• Assist and/or prepare and present departmental and corporate training programs as needed to satisfy regulatory requirements 
• Provide information and revision support for updating company publications including quality policy manuals, company web site, and newsletters 
• Identify and drive system improvements, both within the department and for laboratory operations; determine the most effective way to accomplish a goal or strategy; suggest improvements to maximize quality and productivity 
• Demonstrate skill in using the computer to access information, perform job functions (e.g., spreadsheets, power point), and prepare other reports
• Perform data review (analytical, validation, investigations), review for compliance and identify issues, provide options for resolution 
• Review QC data and nonconformance issues for assigned technical groups, evaluate for trends or patterns 
• Investigate and document QA, method, and regulatory deficiencies within the lab; take investigation to next level when needed; diagnose and solve problems independently 
• Implement and document computer program changes, review computer system documents, provide feedback to meet regulatory and industry expectations 
• Perform internal laboratory audits (traceability, observation, and comprehensive), share best practices, offer compliance options, keep management informed of issues
• Work with client and agency auditors, respond to findings, consult with clients concerning their needs and problems 
• Perform all QA functions in compliance with quality policy and regulatory requirements 
• Approve written methods 
• Provide administrative support to maintain required certifications and/or accreditations 
• Perform GLP inspections and data review for assigned projects 
• Provide information/entrees for monthly/quarterly quality reports to management, review for trends and the timeliness of technical operations’ completion of quality processes 
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner 
• Performs other duties as assigned

Position is M-F 9am-5pm. 

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of laboratory or QA related experience 
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field
• Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship 

Ideal Candidates will have:

• Computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database
• Strong attention to detail 
• Strong planning; organization; work management (multitasking) and follow-up skills
• Quality orientation and attention to detail;
• Understand the theory and application of analytical methods and instrumentation
• Advanced understanding of laboratory operations
• High level of effectiveness addressing and resolving differences of opinion and approach; strong problem solving and decision-making skills <