Lab Operations Engineer Group Leader

• • Collaborate with divisional/enterprise Information teams global infrastructure and risk/security organizations to ensure compliant laboratory support of regulated bioanalytical laboratory programs
  • Support the lifecycle of GxP equipment including the acquisition installation maintenance and retirement phases.
  • Apply deep expertise in the computer system validation process for diverse laboratory equipment such as automated liquid handlers plate readers and PCR systems.
  • Maintain service schedules for instrument maintenance ensuring timely completion of calibration and maintenance activities in accordance with departmental SOPs.
  • Coordinate service activities involving various vendors service engineers and facilities staff fostering strong professional relationships.
  • Develop a working knowledge of laboratory equipment like liquid handlers plate washers/readers and PCR.
  • Serve as system administrator for equipment applications including temperature monitoring systems assisting in the management of controlled temperature units and alarm handling.
  • Collaborate with lab ops staff across bioanalytical labs and sites for process improvement cross-training and cross-site support.
  • Engage in the routine operations supports promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Assist in the development of reporting analytics and visualization solutions to support local clinical operations and administrative business processes.
• • Ensuring automation systems are maintained in a validated state as part of an active/ongoing lifecycle management program and in compliance with current GXP requirements.
  • Reviewing documents preventive maintenance and Standard Operating Procedures to ensure compliance with GxP Practice and corporate safety requirements.
  • Enhance the existing LAMP infrastructure to track equipment preventative maintenance (PM) within the clients department.
  • Provide compliance support activities such as entering PM and corrective maintenance services in the electronic laboratory logbook.
  • Oversee outsourced pipette calibration maintaining records in the electronic logbook. Generate and review out-of-calibration impacts reports share it with management and take appropriate actions.
  • Perform Hamilton verification after PM/CM documenting verification in the electronic logbook.
  • Utilize technical knowledge to ensure efficient operation of various automated processing and informational technology systems.
  • Participate in compliance audits and training programs.
  • Providing client services support for business area laboratory applications.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Act as a technical resource trainer and troubleshooter for the department
• Make recommendations for operational and/or technical improvements
• Communicate effectively within the group
• Coach and develop direct reports
• Plan and monitor workflows
• Monitor and approve employees time worked through time-entry system
• Support and promote company policies and procedures

The site is not accessible by public transportation routes/options.

Qualifications :

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree needed (with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience) or a Masters degree in engineering science Information Technology or a related field.
• Authorization to work in the country indefinitely without sponsorship.
• Previous leadership experience

Required skills

• • Experience in a GLP or GMP laboratory preferably in a bioanalytical setting.
  • Proven experience in validation activities and associated Quality functions.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence others and promote a culture of inclusion feedback and empowerment.
  • Highly organized and multitasking capabilities to manage multiple equipment or system schedules documents and maintenance tasks.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with comfort in interacting with diverse on-site and off-site collaborators.
  • Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures with insight into continuous improvement.
  • Apply general knowledge of company business developed through education or experience.
  • Understand and apply regulatory/ compliance requirements relative to the role.
  • Problem solver/troubleshooter skilled in Root Cause Analysis (RCA).

Additional Information :

Position is full-time Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Spring House PA are encouraged to apply.  The site is not accessible by public transportation routes/options.

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time