SUPERVISOR QUALITY

VIVOS HOLDINGS•Overland, MO

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Micro Supervisor’s main roles would be the day-to-day operation of the microbial lab and release of products. Communicates day-to-day laboratory activities with the Micro Manager. Coordinates and approves all OOS & incident investigations, deviations, and NCRs. Ability to complete Phase I and II of OOS investigations. FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: Behavior: Exhibit Team player qualities of cooperation and coordination; professional interaction in all business contacts, all day, every day. Attendance: Present for work when scheduled is a mandatory function. Safety: Compliance with all company safety rules, procedures, and guidelines is essential. Develops, implements, and maintains quality specifications and standards for all raw materials, bulk and finished goods. Oversees testing on all samples submitted for analysis, including stability, method development, and R&D support. Trains and mentors Micro personnel on policies and procedures. Assign work tasks to lab members to ensure an efficient QC function. Provides on-going supervision and career development path to Micro personnel. Conducts performance evaluations, assists employees in resolution of work-related problems. Provides coaching and leadership to all personnel. Provides technical assistance and interface with other departments to improve efficiencies, work flow, and cut costs. Communicates effectively throughout the organization to ensure quality issues are addressed. Develops and validates new methods and procedures. Communicates new procedures to others and ensures adequate training is conducted. Advocates GMP & GLP regulations and ensures that all laboratory activities and documentation meet compliance standards. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements including FDA, EPA, DNR, BATF, and OSHA. Actively participates in all safety programs. Coordinate and approve all OOS & incident investigations, deviations, and NCRs. Ability to complete Phase I and II of OOS investigations. Reviews and revises all laboratory policies, procedures, test methods, and job descriptions Actively participates in cross functional teams to ensure quality standards are met. Coordinates with QC staff to provide support to ensure raw materials, bulk and finished product meet OTC release timing. Ensures all instruments and laboratory equipment are performing within calibration and adequately maintained to meet GMP & GLP regulations. Maintains lab supplies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related field
6 years microbiology laboratory experience
A minimum of 8 years in a leadership role in an OTC (over-the-counter) drug or medical device manufacturing facility, with a majority of that experience in a Microbiology Lab environment.
Experience in representing an OTC company during customer audits including contract customers and 3rd party auditors.
A comprehensive knowledge of the FD&C Act and 21 CFR Parts 210/211 & 11 along with industry required standards for pharmaceutical and OTC drugs.
Superior communication and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

Day-to-day operation of the microbial lab and release of products.
Communicate day-to-day laboratory activities with the Micro Manager.
Coordinate and approve all OOS & incident investigations, deviations, and NCRs.
Complete Phase I and II of OOS investigations.
Develop, implement, and maintain quality specifications and standards for all raw materials, bulk and finished goods.
Oversee testing on all samples submitted for analysis, including stability, method development, and R&D support.
Train and mentor Micro personnel on policies and procedures.
Assign work tasks to lab members to ensure an efficient QC function.
Provide on-going supervision and career development path to Micro personnel.
Conduct performance evaluations.
Assist employees in resolution of work-related problems.
Provide coaching and leadership to all personnel.
Provide technical assistance and interface with other departments to improve efficiencies, work flow, and cut costs.
Communicate effectively throughout the organization to ensure quality issues are addressed.
Develop and validate new methods and procedures.
Communicate new procedures to others and ensure adequate training is conducted.
Advocate GMP & GLP regulations and ensure that all laboratory activities and documentation meet compliance standards.
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements including FDA, EPA, DNR, BATF, and OSHA.
Actively participate in all safety programs.
Review and revise all laboratory policies, procedures, test methods, and job descriptions.
Actively participate in cross functional teams to ensure quality standards are met.
Coordinate with QC staff to provide support to ensure raw materials, bulk and finished product meet OTC release timing.
Ensure all instruments and laboratory equipment are performing within calibration and adequately maintained to meet GMP & GLP regulations.
Maintain lab supplies.