Quality Leader
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About the Role
Bureau Veritas is seeking a Quality Leader for their Minerals Laboratory in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The role involves leading the Quality Management System (QMS) implementation, overseeing QA/QC processes, managing audits, and ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC 17025.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the laboratory's Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO/IEC 17025
- Oversee quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure data integrity and compliance
- Ensure consistent application of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality protocols
- Drive continuous improvement and effective utilization of LIMS
- Oversee internal and external audits, ensuring timely closure of non conformances
- Monitor laboratory quality performance through QC data and PT/RR data
- Provide technical guidance and QA/QC support to laboratory staff
- Act as primary liaison with accreditation bodies, regulatory agencies, and key clients on quality matters
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Science, or Geochemistry
- 10 years of relevant experience
- Technical knowledge in Regulatory Analysis, ISO Standards Application, Instrumentation, Laboratory Techniques
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Position Details
- Job Title: Quality Leader
- Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – Jeddah (South Jeddah) – Minerals Laboratory
- Reporting to: Laboratory Manager
Minimum Required Qualifications
- Specialty: Chemistry / Science / Geochem
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience: 10 years of relevant experience
Technical Knowledge
- Regulatory Analysis / ISO Standards Application / Instrumentation / Laboratory Techniques
Quality Assurance & Quality Control
- Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the laboratory’s Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO/IEC 17025 and applicable standards.
- Lead and oversee quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure laboratory data integrity, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards and client requirements.
- Ensure consistent application of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality protocols across all laboratory activities.
- Drive a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement within the laboratory.
- Ensure all relevant and required documentation is up to date and correctly filed / stored.
Laboratory Systems & LIMS
- Drive continuous improvement and effective utilization of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to ensure data reliability and traceability.
- Ensure proper data entry, validation, and control within LIMS in line with QA/QC requirements.
- Support system enhancements and standardization across laboratory operations.
Quality Performance Monitoring
- Oversee internal and external audits, ensuring timely closure of non conformances and preventive actions and monitoring effectiveness of implemented actions.
- Monitor laboratory quality performance through monitoring QC data (CRMs, BLKs, replicates) as well as PT/RR data and identify trends, deviations, and potential risks.
- Analyze quality data and provide actionable insights and recommendations to management.
- Ensure timely escalation and resolution of quality issues impacting result accuracy or turnaround time.
Technical Oversight & Data Validation
- Oversee testing and analytical activities to ensure adherence to approved methods and quality standards.
- Ensure appropriate validation and review of analytical data before release.
- Support troubleshooting of technical issues affecting data quality and reliability.
Continuous Improvement & Risk Management
- Proactively identify risks in laboratory processes and implement preventive and corrective actions.
- Identify opportunities in laboratory processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
- Promote best practices and lessons learned across all laboratory sections.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Guidance
- Provide technical guidance and QA/QC support to laboratory supervisors and staff.
- Act as a key point of contact for quality related matters between laboratory operations and management.
- Communicate quality expectations and ensure alignment across all stakeholders.
- Act as the primary liaison with accreditation bodies, regulatory agencies and key clients on quality matters.
Operational Support & Delivery
- Ensure laboratory operations meet production targets while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.
- Support the release of test results and batches in accordance with QA requirements.
- Balance operational efficiency with strict adherence to quality standards.
- Identify training personnel needs and ensure improved technical competency through hands on training of laboratory personnel.
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