Joint Research & Development, Inc Laboratory Quality Manager

JRAD is seeking candidates for a Laboratory Quality Manager in Washington, DC.
The Laboratory Quality Manager will ensure the Quality Management System (QMS) is established, implemented, and maintained in accordance with ISO17025 and is followed at all times. The Quality Manager is responsible for providing daily oversight of all aspects of the QMS.
Roles/Responsibilities:
Reviews daily laboratory data/reports and provides timely results to Government representative by deadline
Provides quality review and authorization of material selection, usage, and qualification in conjunction with Government representative
Ensures in control performance of laboratory analysis, including ad-hoc, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual statistical review of all laboratory areas
Coordinates participation in external accreditation and proficiency test programs and reporting of results
Leads contractors during quality and procedure review meetings
Identifies, documents, and reports any non-conformances to management
Reports any process deficiencies to management
Provides reports to management on the performance of the QMS during Management Reviews
Prepares and maintains documentation and training/certification records
In conjunction with Government representative, develops experimental design and requirements documentation ("test plans") for new laboratory tests and methods
Evaluates test plan results and provides statement regarding fit for intended use
Prepares quality status reports
Coordinates and performs laboratory procedure reviews and recommendations
Required Skills and Education:

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a biological, chemical, or physical science related field
10+ years of recent related laboratory work experience in a certified (e.g., EPA, NELAC, ISO17025) public health or environmental laboratory
2 years of demonstrated quality management, leadership and decision-making experience
Extensive knowledge of quality management systems and quality improvement tools and techniques such as Six Sigma or Lean as well as working knowledge of accreditation standards, practices, and guidelines sufficient to advise and guide laboratory managers and supervisors as they implement and maintain accreditation
Working knowledge of computer and analytical software programs sufficient for evaluation of electronic data, data interpretation, and report development
Strong understanding of the principles, practices, and techniques of the various analytical areas of the laboratory
Experience conducting quality assurance audits and reviews to determine compliance status and recommend corrective action plans
Security Clearance:

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance and DHS Suitability

When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!
JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
• Disability Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
JRAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.