Job Descriptions

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the management and oversight of Lab Analysts including: hiring, setting performance expectations, providing performance feedback, development of staff and handling of personnel issues.
• Responsible for the operation and functions of the laboratory group which includes: Raw Materials, Finished product, In-Process, Projects, Validation, MEC, Reference Standards, Trend monitoring, Compendia actions, Test Method Transfers and Co-validation where required,
• Evaluation of laboratory data, and based upon knowledge and experience, determines the sample disposition of materials tested.
• Identifies aspects of the tests or results warranting further attention and implements corrective actions.
• Write/updates procedures for operation, calibration and training of laboratory instruments as well as laboratory practices. Responsible for review and maintenance of all laboratory procedures assuring adherence to regulatory requirements and global policies.
• Ensure inventory of chemical laboratory reference standards and laboratory supplies.
• Schedules laboratory testing and data verification to meet customer needs.
• Assists in the periodic inspection of laboratory facilities, to assure that they are operated and administered according to GMP/GLP and safety requirements.
• Assists lab analysts with analytical instrumentation.
• Maintains track and trend program in functional area.
• Works cross functionally at a site and global level, as required,  to implement projects to planned timelines.

Education & Experience:

• BS in science (Chemistry, Microbiology, or Biology preferred) or equivalent experience
• 2-5 years of laboratory experience
• 2-5 years of supervisory experience
• Demonstrated skills to deal effectively with members of the department and the areas serviced by the laboratory.
• Excellent problem solving skills are required
• Must be able to interpret impact of laboratory data for appropriate and effective actions.
• Must be able to identify problem areas requiring development, maintenance, production, engineering, accounting, or planning with assistance from more senior staff.
  •Must also be able to identify, communicate, and follow-through to completion and assist in the development of necessary corrective action plans to resolve the problem with supervision. May also assist in the activities required for the investigation and resolution.

Skills

Experience

• 2-5 years