Head of Laboratory

Totally Recruitment Ltd are currently recruiting for a Head of Laboratory for our client based in Coleshill on a permanent basis.

As Head of Laboratory, you will be required to…

• Implement and maintain the Quality Management System in accordance with ISO 9001, A.P.I. (Q1 10th Edition) and U.K.A.S. EN ISO / IEC 17025 third party accreditations, company and customer requirements.
• Gauge measurement in accordance with A.P.I. (Q1 10th Edition) and U.K.A.S. EN ISO / IEC 17025, international standards, company and customer requirements.
• Make changes to the documented QMS, Operational Procedures and Calibration Procedures.
• Manage and review the QMS and monitor changes and make improvements to ensure satisfactory implementation.
• Conduct internal audits of the QMS and agree corrective actions with members of the management team.
• Customer liaison to ensure that their Quality System requirements are understood and satisfied.
• Retention of quality records.
• Manage and co-ordinate inspection personnel
• The provision of resources needed to ensure the quality of laboratory operations.
• Interview and appoint inspection staff.
• Communicate company policy to laboratory staff.
• Instigate training to maintain inspection standards.
• Resolve technical problems with customers or internally.
• Prepare Job Cards for calibration of customer gauges
• Customer liaison to ensure that their requirements are understood and satisfied.
• Report the performance of the quality system and on opportunities for improvement

Employment package

• A competitive salary depending on experience
• Working hours 7.30 – 4.30 Monday to Thursday and 7.30 – 12.30 Friday
• Overtime available
• 39 Hours per week
• 32 Days holiday per year
• Pension

To apply please follow the application process or call our Birmingham branch to speak to a consultant.