Job Abstract

Job ID

2024-10726

# Positions

1

Posted Date

19 hours ago(6/11/2024 1:42 PM)

Category

Quality Assurance

Type

Regular Full-Time

OC

ALSENV

Imagine your future with us!

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive. Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.

About the role:

We are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality assurance practices and regulatory requirements, with expertise in ISO/IEC 17025:2017, TNI, EPA, DOD, and other relevant quality systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance, implementing effective quality control practices, and fostering a culture of continual improvement.

About you:

• Write, review, and revise corporate management system documents as needed.
• Serve as the liaison and coordinator for External QA requirements and processes, including accreditation requirements and client audits.
• Conduct training sessions and educational events to educate internal and external clients on TNI and DOD requirements.
• Monitor and enforce quality assurance and quality control practices to ensure continual and effective implementation.
• Educate and train staff in the requirements of our Quality Management System.
• Encourage, identify, and participate in continual improvement initiatives.
• Assist internal customers in addressing questions, concerns, and challenges related to quality practices.
• Check that the paperwork/recording of data, result checking and reporting of results is performed.
• Identify all areas of deficiency and implement actions that will ensure they are eliminated.
• Identify remedial actions and issue corrective action requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Comprehensive understanding of ISO/IEC 17025:2017, TNI, EPA, DOD, and accreditation/certification programs across various US states.
• Proficiency in applying statistical methods, with expertise in various software tools, including LIMS and databases.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to interact with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated history of successfully leading proficiency testing (PT) programs and coordinating interlaboratory sample initiatives.
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry.
• 3- 5 years of quality assurance experience is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities.
• Ability to use and view a computer screen for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to communicate via telephone and e-mail without assistance.

Working at ALS:

Our people are our most valuable asset and drive our success at ALS. We are a diverse community of dedicated professionals united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other. At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.

Our benefits include:

• Structured wage increases
• Comprehensive benefit package (including: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks)
• Additional vacation days for years of service
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more)

About ALS:

ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

Everyone matters:

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce which reflects and affirms the diversity of our society

ALS is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.