Quality Control Supervisor

At the heart of QIAGEN's business is a vision to make improvements in life possible.

We are on an exciting mission to make a real difference in science and healthcare. We are still the entrepreneurial company we started out as and have today achieved a size where we can bring our full power to many initiatives and to our presence across the globe.
Our most valuable asset are our employees - more than 6000 in over 35 locations around the world. Our ambition is to ensure we have outstanding and passionate people working in the best teams and we are constantly looking for new talent to join us.
There are few players who have shaped the world of modern science and healthcare as much as QIAGEN, and we have only just started.
If you are looking to advance your career, are seeking new challenges and opportunities, enjoy working in dynamic and international, diverse teams and want to make a real impact on people's lives, then QIAGEN is where you need to be.

Join us. At QIAGEN, you make a difference every day.

Responsible for the day-to-day management of Quality Control Technical Associates. Ensures that relevant regulations (including QSR, ISO, OSHA, IVDD, MDD) are met and the inspection schedule is satisfactorily attained. Analyzes work processes to ensure that staff and equipment utilization are maximized.

MAIN TASKS:

Include the following but other duties may be assigned:

- Manage, mentor and foster the professional development of the technical associates of the area of responsibility

- Ensure that operational capacity for the Quality Control area of responsibility is maintained to meet the production forecast

- Provide daily oversight of technical batch record review and data analysis

- Ensure that personnel are adequately trained and effectively utilized to perform their job functions safely, efficiently and according to documented procedures

- Manage retain program including obtaining, storage, use and disposal of product retains

- Identify and implement cost-reduction and/or process efficiency improvements

- Participate in the development of team metrics and report on performance measurements

- Respond to financial shop order variance review and assure standard product costs are maintained

- Review, write and revise SOPs, specifications and forms as needed

- Support validation activities and the product-transfer process

- Must have a minimum of a BS/BA degree in a scientific or engineering discipline

- At least 4 years of molecular biology experience or related laboratory experience and a minimum of 1 year of demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.

- GMP experience with in vitro diagnostics or medical device industry preferred.

- Lean, Six sigma or related experience preferred

- Technical proficiency in molecular biology or related field

- Data analysis competency

- Strong leadership and organizational skills

- Knowledge of current QSR, ISO, OSHA, IVDD, MDD regulations desirable

- Ability to use general lab equipment. Proficient in MS office applications.

- The work environment is fast-paced and involves the ability to quickly change priorities and multi-task while maintaining a professional demeanor.

- The position requires work with potentially biohazardous and/or chemically hazardous materials and the ability to lift and carry 25lbs.

- Excellent math skills are required.

- Understanding of metric volumes is required.

- Understanding of statistics including standard deviation, % variation, and Dixon's test for outliers preferred

- Must be able to exercise sound judgment in decision-making responsibilities.

- Must also use reason to prioritize responsibilities in a multi-tasking environment.

- Erroneous decisions will result in critical delay(s) in schedules and/or operations and may jeopardize overall business activities.

At the heart of QIAGEN are our people who drive our success. We act with passion, always challenging the status quo to drive innovation and continuous improvement. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We create a collaborative, safe and engaging workplace which forms the basis for high performing individuals and teams. We drive accountability and entrepreneurial decision-making and want you to excel your growth and shape the future of QIAGEN.

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), sex stereotyping (including but not limited to assumptions about a person's appearance or behavior, gender roles, gender expression, or gender identity), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

QIAGEN complies with applicable laws regarding the confidentiality of employee health information and the reasonable accommodation of individuals with disabilities and/or sincerely held religious beliefs. Candidates who require accommodation should contact Benefits@QIAGEN.com. This policy is part of QIAGEN's ongoing efforts to support public health efforts and to ensure the safety and-well-being of its employees, customers, business partners, and community.