At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.
Position Summary
Responsible for all quality matters relating to STERIS Laboratories Tullamore assigned in conjunction with the SeniorQuality Manager, EMEA Labs.
DutiesWork in collaboration with the Lab Operations Management, Laboratory Tech Team, EO TechTeam and the Radiation TechTeamEnsure Quality System is in compliance with STERIS procedures, standards and applicable lawsEnsure that STERIS Health and Safety Policies are correctly implemented and respected in LaboratoriesIn collaboration with other departments, initiate, investigate, control and analyze non-conformance reports, complaints, supplier corrective action requests, deviations and OOS (Out of Specification) reports ensuring all relevant parties are informed and where appropriate, ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented and effective.Facilitate Audits (Regulatory Inspections, Notified Body Assessments, Customer Audits, Supplier Audits) in collaboration with Operations Management. Ensure that the internal audit program is executed as per plan and perform audits as required.Manage changes to ISO 17025 accreditation scope, new or revised licenses.Manage change control in conjunction with lab operations. Ensure new equipment/instruments and quality related software are qualified and requalified either periodically or after modification prior to use.Manage and participate in local or global projects in collaboration with other departments and facilities.
Duties - cont'dImplement continuous improvement.Monitor Laboratories performance through facilitation of quarterly facility management review.Facilitate Quality and GMP training of all laboratory personnel; develop, support and maintain the lab employee training program.Review technical documents including but not limited to equipment, methods, specifications, supplier technical agreements.Review Customer Quality Agreements.Provide and maintain service excellence to Customers; provide professionalism and courtesy at high level; attend meetings with the Customers
Education DegreeBachelor's Degree in Science
Required ExperienceBachelor's degree in science, preferably microbiology.Minimum 3 years of experience in Laboratories activities, preferably in microbiology.Minimum 3 years of experience in Quality roleWorking knowledge in a regulated industry within an operations or laboratory setting, preferably ISO In addition, one of the following: ISO 13485, ISO 9001, or other and quality management certification.High school level of English reading, writing and verbal communication skills3 years experience and technical knowledge of equipment qualification3 years experience and technical knowledge of test method validation3 years technical experience working with testing standards
Preferred ExperienceEffective communication skills, be a team player, and can prioritize daily activities and solve problems quickly and accurately.Technical and quality writing skillsKnowledge and/or experience of continuous improvement programs and the medical industry would be a distinct advantageAbility to handle dataComputer use and MS Office competenceFlexibility, autonomy, accountabilityMaintain good relationship with Lab, QA team, co-workers, and processing facilities
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STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit STERIS strives to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.