Quality AdvisorManager

At LGC we are dedicated to providing world-class quality in everything we do. As a Quality Advisor/Manager you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our manufacturing processes meet the highest standards. This is an outstanding opportunity to lead and innovate within a dedicated team working toward flawless execution and continuous improvement in compliance and quality management.

You will be responsible for directing improving and inspecting the Quality Systems at our National Laboratories (NL). Specifically but not exclusively ensuring conformity with ISO 9001 ISO/IEC17025 ISO17034 and other relevant standards and protocols. Your expertise will support our Quality policy and objectives ensuring they are carried out observed and preserved to compete in the global market.

Key Responsibilities

• Review adherence to all applicable standards and regulations at the NL Guildford and Leeds locations including ISO 9001 ISO/IEC17025 ISO17034 and other related standards licenses and guides.
• Coordinate the NL Quality Audit programme and make certain that audits and corrective actions are carried out on time and with success.
• Coordinate and host external audits and inspections including BSI UKAS Home Office and customer audits.
• Provide training for staff in relevant aspects of quality systems such as auditor and quality investigation training.
• Develop and improve the NL Quality culture and management systems continually challenging and refining according to customer needs and regulatory requirements.
• Supply monthly quality metrics benchmarks and insights to the senior leadership team.
• Prepare quality-related annual reports for internal and external bodies.
• Communicate Quality System-related issues directly with the NL Management team advancing when necessary.
• Support the development of NL QSHE strategies policies and procedures and manage the dissemination of QSHE documentation to teams.
• Monitor performance in areas of responsibility against set benchmarks.
• Manage and monitor quality incident reporting within your area of responsibility.
• Investigate quality incidents and customer complaints as required.
• Plan and coordinate the quality aspects of the work of the QSHE practitioner and assistant.

Qualifications :

Knowledge Experience and Technical Skills

• At least 8 years (or equivalent) of demonstrable experience in implementing QSHE systems in scientific environments.
• Understanding of the principles and statistical requirements of scientific analytical method validation.
• Working knowledge of one or more of ISO9001 ISO17025/34.
• Experience as a lead auditor for Quality systems ideally within a scientific setting.
• Proven track record in leading external interactions including customer and regulatory inspections.
• Experience in a regulatory GLP or forensic background is advantageous.
• Previous experience compiling annual management reviews reports and presentations.

Person Specification

• Minimum degree level or equivalent experience in a scientific field.
• Proactive organized pragmatic and effective able to plan and implement change under pressure and seek solutions in a complex and changing environment.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills with strong IT proficiency.
• A strong great teammate with excellent interpersonal skills able to persuade influence and negotiate with staff and managers.
• Willing to challenge existing processes with the ability to think creatively and advocate for guidelines and compliance.

Additional Information :

We deliver world-class solutions and foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive and achieve their full potential!

Equal opportunities

We are committed to ensuring that every job applicant and employee is valued for their individual talents. We strictly prohibit discrimination on the basis of age disability race colour ethnic or national origin sex sexual orientation gender reassignment marital or civil partnership pregnancy or parental status religion or belief.

We proudly support an inclusive work environment where everyone can compete and succeed based on their merits.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time