Perm QA Lab Assistant Manager (Central, Up to $5k) #HFT

Job Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and coach Laboratory Analysts, Controllers (Chemists and Microbiologists), and Technicians in analytical testing activities.
• Ensure testing, data review, and analysis are carried out safely, accurately, and reliably to support manufacturing operations in accordance with established procedures.
• Ensure laboratory operations comply with EN ISO 13485, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), JMS Quality Management System (JQMS), and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Oversee daily laboratory operations, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supervise laboratory personnel during testing, including equipment troubleshooting, equipment failure handling, and investigation.
• Review analytical test results for raw materials and finished products, monitor trends, and identify potential issues to prevent out-of-specification (OOS) situations.
• Conduct root cause analysis for laboratory failures and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor laboratory inventory to ensure adequate supplies of consumables, chemicals, and reagents.
• Plan, assign, and schedule laboratory manpower to meet operational requirements.
• Establish, review, and approve laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Train laboratory personnel on equipment operation, testing methods, laboratory controls, and compliance requirements.
• Promote continuous improvement and workplace safety initiatives.
• Coordinate, develop, and maintain Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) projects.
• Support employee performance management and development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Laboratory Manager.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Science or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant laboratory experience, preferably within the medical device, pharmaceutical, food, chemical, or process manufacturing industries.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience leading laboratory teams is preferred.
• Experience supervising Laboratory Technicians, Analysts, Chemists, and/or Microbiologists will be an advantage.
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is an advantage.
• Good understanding of quality management systems, including ISO 13485, cGMP, and Good Documentation Practices.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willing to travel within the Asia-Pacific region when required.

For interested candidates, please submit your latest resume to jacquelinefong@recruitexpress.com.sg

Jacqueline Fong Hsin Ting (R21103226)
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