QA coordinator

ALS • Phoenix, AZ

20h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a full time Quality Coordinator who will be responsible for coordinating and supervising the quality assurance and quality control functions of the laboratory. This individual will work with QA Manager to implement the quality programs and make necessary updates to maintain compliance with corporate quality program and lab accreditation, where applicable. The position is also responsible various laboratory testing.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED is required.

Nice To Haves

• Laboratory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure critical equipment/instrumentation and/or chemicals are SI traceable and purchased from ISO/IEC 17025 accredited vendors.
• Maintain local calibration and/or verification schedules for critical instrumentation and/or equipment.
• Ensure third party calibrations/verifications are performed by approved vendors.
• Provide staff training as required for in-house calibration and/or verifications.
• Monitor local calibration and verification logs.
• Conduct weekly, monthly, and annual internal audits on all local methods as per the internal Audit Schedule provided by the appropriate QA Manager.
• Maintain Certificate of Analysis records for purchased chemicals and equipment/ instrumentation.
• Maintain the calibration status of any equipment at their specific location.
• Provide SOP training as needed/required.
• Train and/or provide refresher training to staff on the QAM and SQPs.
• Manager - train applicable staff on accreditation requirements.
• Initiate Corrective Action whenever departures from the quality management system are identified. This involves conducting thorough root cause investigation, short- and long-term correction and implementing preventative action to limit the likelihood of a repeat nonconformance of the same nature.
• Set up, evaluate and monitor Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts for each method and instrument/equipment as appropriate.
• Initiate Preventative Action and Continual Improvement suggestions.
• Attend and participate in quality meetings as required.
• Participate in shift hand overs to ensure smooth transition.
• Identify continuous improvement activities for the site.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Structured wage increases
• Comprehensive benefit package (including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks)
• Additional vacation days for years of service
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees