Lab Instrument Services and Asset Manager

Job Description:

Pay Range: $44hr - $48hr

• Managing a Lab Instrument Services and Asset Management Team to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of laboratory spaces in a scientific research and development facility.
• Effectively communicate with the site management team and end users.
• Manage the Laboratory Instrument Services (LIS) program in a GxP Pharmaceutical Research Environment.
• Perform strategic asset planning and systematic analysis and management of physical assets within laboratories to enhance utilization and performance.
• Oversee and manage in house calibration technicians and scheduler/planners.
• Oversee contractor management for Analytical laboratory instrumentation i.e. HPLC, Spectroscopy, etc.
• Oversee pipette calibration program.
• Support industrial calibration needs on Facility systems.
• Conduct thorough analysis of current laboratory space usage to identify underutilized areas and bottlenecks.
• Evaluate layout, equipment placement, and workflow patterns.
• Implement effective systems for tracking and managing laboratory equipment.
• Implement regular maintenance schedules, calibration, and inventory management to ensure that equipment is always in optimal condition.
• Conduct comprehensive needs assessments to understand specific requirements of laboratory spaces by gathering input from researchers and staff to identify pain points and areas for improvement.
• ssure department meets established Key Performance Indicator Metrics (KPI).
• Utilizes Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track work orders and monitor performance.
• The Assure program complies with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• The department adheres to a strong safety program and safety culture.
• Serve as primary liaison to client and Client management teams.
• Oversee Calibration Reference Standards Program.
• Track and trend calibration program performance and instrument failure rates.
• Instrumentation subject to calibration is typical in a Pharmaceutical Laboratory: Freezers, Centrifuges, Incubators, Balances, HPLC, Liquid Handlers, Pipettes.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.
• Work in a team environment with a one team mentality; be friendly, respectful, empathetic, and professional to teammates and clients.
• Value and respect employee authenticity and demonstrate cultural awareness to create a memorable experience and a respectful workplace.
• Balance workload and multiple tasks while focusing on attention to detail and prioritizing assignments.
• Take initiative to resolve issues that arise and solve problems independently; shift priorities as needed or requested by management and remain flexible.
• Other duties as assigned by management Communication.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.
• bility to communicate clearly via phone.
• bility to work closely with customers during site emergencies.
• Excellent oral and written communications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, i.e., listening to customer needs, articulating path forward and giving solutions that provide value to the customer, etc.
• ccurately document electronic and paper cataloging systems to provide information to customer or regulatory personnel.
• Strive for quick complaint resolution; to resolve problems on the first call and avoid escalation of issues through operational knowledge.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
• 7 years of experience working in a pharmaceutical, chemical, industrial, or related laboratory environment, or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with calibration and standards programs, metrology principles, as well as USP Guidance and other industry guidance documents: GAMP Guide, ISO guidance.
• bility to pass a medical evaluation for respirator use and be able to successfully complete a fit test for several types of respirators.
• bility to obtain a security access badge at our client's location.
• bility to read and understand information contained in a variety of documents or displayed on a computer screen.
• Demonstrated fluency in computer use including the full Microsoft product line.
• bility to obtain an appropriate driver`s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles, as requested.

Physical Requirements (Due to nature of job):

• The candidate should be able to lift 50 pounds with assistance.
• Regularly climb ladders, steps, and scaffolding.
• Repetitive motions: bend, stoop, squat, kneel, stretch, reach, wrist movement.
• Walk extensively throughout the plant during shifts.
• Work at an accelerated pace in emergency conditions.
• bility to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding.
• Wear safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
• Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a Scientific Discipline.
• Experience working in a GMP or similar regulated environment such as hospitals, biomedical or pharmaceutical campuses.
• 10 years of experience working in a pharmaceutical, chemical, industrial, or related laboratory environment, or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working experience with calibration and standards programs, metrology principles, as well as USP Guidelines and Industry Guidance Documents: GAMP Guide to Calibration Management, ISO Guide 17025.
• Understanding of calibration of Process Instrumentation on equipment such as Autoclaves and Glassware Washers.
• Understanding of calibration of Laboratory equipment including Incubators, Freezers, Refrigerators, Centrifuges, Ovens, and/or Shakers.
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS); EAMS experience is a plus.
• Experience interpreting a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.