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* Ensure compliance with laboratory accreditation, regulatory standards and provide guidance to staff to ensure that quality policies, processes and procedures are established, current and adhered to by all laboratory staff.
* Monitor customer satisfaction and performance metrics.
* Liaise with management throughout the business as well as customers when reporting on quality and statistical data.
* Oversee internal audit processes, proficiency testing programs, document control systems, competency assessment, training and other quality processes.
* Support the development of instrument techniques, ensuring adequate calibrations and QC are in place.
* Work to the global NSI ISO 9001 accredited quality management system.
* Work to the NSI WTL ISO 17025 accredited quality management system.
* Audit the analytical performance of the analysts, content of laboratory methodology and documentation to ensure compliance with the quality system.
* Represent the laboratory during annual accreditation audits.
* Oversee the laboratories non-conformance log to ensure its appropriate use and investigations are completed in full, with appropriate actions.
* Analyse data, identify trends, monitor prevention and correction of quality deviations, and develop reports for management utilising regulatory knowledge, technical knowledge and laboratory experience.
* To provide analysis support to the laboratory for routine testing when required as well as providing support to the Technical Development Scientist and the wider technical team with specialised testing and the growth of these methods.
* Report periodically to management, customers on the quality performance of the laboratory.
* Presenting data to stakeholders on laboratory performance statistics.
* Support the creation and reviewing of validation reports for new and current tests.
* Perform Uncertainty of Measurement calculations when required.
* This is not a fully comprehensive list of responsibilities, and other duties will be expected to be completed within the limits of the position.
Duties And Responsibilities
* Ensure compliance with laboratory accreditation, regulatory standards and provide guidance to staff to ensure that quality policies, processes and procedures are established, current and adhered to by all laboratory staff.
* Monitor customer satisfaction and performance metrics.
* Liaise with management throughout the business as well as customers when reporting on quality and statistical data.
* Oversee internal audit processes, proficiency testing programs, document control systems, competency assessment, training and other quality processes.
* Support the development of instrument techniques, ensuring adequate calibrations and QC are in place.
* Work to the global NSI ISO 9001 accredited quality management system.
* Work to the NSI WTL ISO 17025 accredited quality management system.
* Audit the analytical performance of the analysts, content of laboratory methodology and documentation to ensure compliance with the quality system.
* Represent the laboratory during annual accreditation audits.
* Oversee the laboratories non-conformance log to ensure its appropriate use and investigations are completed in full, with appropriate actions.
* Analyse data, identify trends, monitor prevention and correction of quality deviations, and develop reports for management utilising regulatory knowledge, technical knowledge and laboratory experience.
* To provide analysis support to the laboratory for routine testing when required as well as providing support to the Technical Development Scientist and the wider technical team with specialised testing and the growth of these methods.
* Report periodically to management, customers on the quality performance of the laboratory.
* Presenting data to stakeholders on laboratory performance statistics.
* Support the creation and reviewing of validation reports for new and current tests.
* Perform Uncertainty of Measurement calculations when required.
* This is not a fully comprehensive list of responsibilities, and other duties will be expected to be completed within the limits of the position.
Required Skills/Qualifications
* Degree/HND in Biochemistry/Chemistry or related science (highly desirable).
* Consideration will be given to applicants with Certifications in Quality (highly desirable).
* Consideration will be given to those candidates with 2 years’ experience in a similar position (highly desirable).
* Knowledge and experience of quality management systems such as ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 and quality improvement tools and techniques.
* Knowledge and experience of UKAS accreditation and audits is advantageous.
* Experienced in the auditing of quality systems and laboratory testing procedures.
* Working knowledge of accreditation standards, practices and guidelines sufficient to advise and guide the laboratory manager and laboratory team as they implement and maintain accreditation.
* Working knowledge of computer and analytical software programs sufficient for the evaluation of electronic data, data interpretation, and report development (a good understanding of Microsoft Office Suite would be advantageous).
* Experience work with LIMS.
* Excellent organisation skills allowing the coordination of multi-faceted QA activities.
* Experience in performing data analysis such as uncertainty or measurement.
* Working experience of overseeing the development of new analytical techniques.
* Good awareness of all HSE aspects in a laboratory environment (i.e., COSHH, RA).
* Knowledge and/or previous experience of GC-FID, Ion Chromatography, FT-IR, wet chemistry, spectrophotometry experience of water, wastewater, cooling water and boiler water in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, food & beverage industries (highly desirable).
Working For Us Means
* The salary is between £31,000 & £35,000 per year, depending on your professional experience.
* Holidays – 25 days + statutory.
* Probationary Period – 6 months.
* Pension – Can join immediately or auto enrolled after 3 months - Employee 5% and Employer 5% via salary sacrifice.
* Eligible to join Private Healthcare after successfully completing probation.
* Enrolled in Group Income Protection and Death in Service (4 x basic salary) upon commencement of employment.
* Notice – 1 week during probation, increasing to 1 month thereafter.
Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are committed to maintaining Environmental & Social Impact goals:
To reach Net Zero emissions across our value chain by 2040.
To continuously meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, accountability, maintaining B-Corp Certification.
To be a socially responsible company creating a positive impact to all stakeholders including workers, communities, customers, and our planet.
Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to providing equal opportunities in all aspects of employment in line with the Equality Act 2010.
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