Quality Manager

Integrated Resources, Inc

Memphis, Tennessee

Apply

JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Auditing, Biology, Clinical Research, Continuous Improvement, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, Cross-Functional, Customer/Client Research, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Document Control, Document Management, Documentation, Documentation Review, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Validation, External Audit, File Maintenance, GLP (Good Laboratory Practices), ISO (International Organization for Standardization), ISO 9001, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internal Audit, Laboratory Techniques, Maintain Compliance, Marketing, Materials Testing, Mathematics, Medical Equipment, Mentoring, Metrics, Microsoft Office, People Management, Physical Demands, Plan Meetings, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Quality System Requirements (QSR), Regulations, Rehabilitation Nursing, Resolve Customer Issues, Risk Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Staff Training, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Testing, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Memphis, Tennessee

POSTED

1 day ago

Quality ManagerA Few Words About Us Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.Our client is a public and rapidly growing diagnostics company that is looking to expand their Quality team in Memphis TN. They are willing to assist with relocation. This position will have 4 direct reports. Relocation assistance is provided! Excellent benefits, competitive salary, and stock options.Job DescriptionOverview:Under limited supervision and with a solid understanding of science and technology, the Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Memphis Quality Team and support the Quality & Regulatory Manager. The Manager will monitor, operate, develop and manage quality improvement initiatives to ensure that systems are safe, effective, appropriate, compliant, current, and adhered to by staff for the Company's Memphis site. The role is responsible for the ensuring the effectiveness of the QMS and monitoring compliance associated with CLIA, CAP, State regulations, ISO 9001, ISO 17025 and the QSR.Responsibilities:Team Leadership Recruit, develop, and mentor a high performing quality teamDocument Control: Responsible for the management of document control of the US SOPs and sales & marketing literatureTraining: Manage, update and maintain staff training files, facilitates training of all US staff on Quality System procedures, including document control, non-conformance, CAPA, handling complaints and customer feedback, and SOP training and re-training procedures, and Quality induction for new staff.Ensures new staff adheres to their training schedule and that they provide regular updates for SOP & Training databaseIncoming Quality Checks: Manages and conducts QC of raw materials and testing processes for the laboratoryEquipment: Ensure that equipment maintenance and servicing is performed according to specificationsEnsure that all equipment is validatedProcess Validation: Support validation of laboratory procedures, collect and analyze data, and perform routine document review and special auditsGeneral QA responsibilities Assist the quality management team with the monitoring of compliance and ensuring the continuing effectiveness of the QMS according to CLIA, CAP, State regulations, ISO 9001, ISO 17025 and the QSRManages the workload of the Memphis Quality Team.Creates and provides quality metrics to the Quality and Regulatory Manager, Quality teams and other areas as required.Works with UK and US staff to continuously improve the Quality Management System, streamlining documentation and processes where possible with prior communication and assessment of any associated risks.Ensuring a consistent approach across the sites and where needed site relevant processes.Communicates with the UK/US team on issues and activities.Organizes team meetings and interdepartmental meetings as required.Project manages quality initiatives as requiredComplaints: Manage the logging and investigation of customer complaints and feedback to the sales team.Completion of complaint metrics to identify trends.Audits and Quality Oversight: Manages the internal audit schedule and external quality audits such as CAP and CLIA.Highly visible in the lab organizing and conducting regular spot audits.Non-conformance and CAPA: Manages the logging, troubleshooting, investigation and progression of issues with non-conforming product, processes or work in a timely manner.Produces regular metrics and identifies and acts on trends.Follows all company safety policies & other safety precautions within work areaRegular attendance and timeliness is essentialQualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:Biological Sciences (or related) degree5+ years Quality experience, preferably in laboratory or IVD/medical device environment with supervisory experienceGood working knowledge of MS Office, the Internet and databasesExperienced in working to GLP and a good knowledge of Quality Management principlesStrong attention to detail and Quality commitmentHigh standards of mathematics, writing ability and oral communicationConscientious, thrives in high pressure work, and demonstrates strong initiativeUnderstanding of the scientific, biological and technical issues involved in developing diagnostic assaysExperience of the conduct of Internal and External Quality auditsPHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described within the Position Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Minimal travel required including international travel. Job requires employee to walk considerable distances in the facility during the course of his or her work.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Quality Manager

Integrated Resources, Inc

Memphis, Tennessee

About the Company

Integrated Resources, Inc

Similar Job Searches