• QA Supervisor

    Hayward Laboratories Inc (East Stroudsburg, PA)


    QA Supervisor

     

    EAST STROUDSBURG, PA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1921+PARADISE+TRAIL+EAST+STROUDSBURG+PA+USA+18301)

    Description

    This position is responsible for the daily oversight of the Lab, all analytical chemistry in the

     

    quality department, inspection and testing, and the development of Laboratory staff.

     

    + Will work with raw material and finished product physical and analytical chemistry testing.

    + Supervise technical QA Laboratory staff in carrying out raw material and production bulk tests/checks. This includes assuring adherence to GMP, training, and to ensure tests and procedures are properly understood.

    + Will use various laboratory equipment: FT-IR, Rheometers, etc.

    + Will work with formulation of new products.

    + Assist with training chemist and lab technician, as required.

    + Work with Production/Batching to trouble shoot any quality issues related to, batches or batching.

    + Supervisor must be able to communicate directly in person or through email or other electronic media with different departments to assess possible solutions and make informed decisions.

    + Lead investigations for minor/major deviations including items originating from Batching, Production, Quality Control, etc.

    + Gather data from various sources across the site, perform Root Cause Analysis to determine the most likely cause of the deviation, assess event for product/process impact, and identify Corrective and Preventative Actions to reduce or eliminate deviation recurrence.

    + Provide written documented investigations in an appropriate and timely manner.

    + Participate in deviation Review Board.

    + Provide technical experience and judgment as called upon during investigations and daily interpretation of data and results.

    Requirements

    + B.S. degree in a scientific discipline (i.e., Chemistry, Biology or related).

    + Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing industry.

    + Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.

    + Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

    + To perform this position, the employee is not required to have any form of certification and/or valid license.

    + To perform this position, the employee must be able to read and write English, and perform mathematical calculations.