Quality Assurance Group Leader

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2023, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Demonstrate understanding of Quality System (ELN, EtQ. eLIMS, Pyramid etc.) and regulatory process

Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate

Applies the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility

Demonstrates, and promotes the company vision, policies and procedures

Proactively plans and multitasks to maximize productivity

Meets all quality and productivity metrics

Ensure that the quality policy program is understood, implemented, and maintained at all levels of the organization; identify, prevent, or correct any departures from the quality system

Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot and solve Technical/compliance problems

Lead and write investigations independently

Monitor trends and identify/implement CAPA

Develop and implement operational improvements

Work on more complex projects and lead staff to successfully complete projects

Support and drive LEAN initiatives and operational improvements

Guide and mentor junior staff to successfully complete projects and grow technical knowledge

Assist in driving Quality System development, improvement and utilization o Work with software development group to develop user requirements and provide quality oversight

Supervise others in performing client’s service requirements

Coach, train, and develop others within the group with respect to their personal development and effective implementation of operational improvements

Manage workflow, assign work and establish processes to meet TAT  

Perform semi-annual and yearly performance reviews, including writing of PMD’s

Confront and address problems, concerns, and performance issues · Coach and develop individual and team to maximize performance

Evaluate staffing needs and provide justifications for growth 

Monitor and approve employees’ time worked through time-entry system

Support and promote company policies and procedures

Continually evaluate systems and processes to help improve overall productivity and quality

Continuously expand Leadership skills; attend applicable leadership training based on identified needs

Perform and/or assign other duties as requested to ensure smooth operation of department · Monitor and control spending

Coordinate workflow and perform daily monitoring to meet TAT

Conduct semiannual performance reviews, interview applicants, keep training records up to date for assigned employees, perform succession planning in preparation for growth 

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or related degree concentration and at least 3 years of laboratory experience

The Ideal Candidate Would Possess:

Self confidence, leadership, ability to reason, make sound decisions, delegate work, display empathy and sensitivity towards others; motivation to excel and inspire excellence in others; display ability to manage the work of others and see projects through to completion; display strong communication skills, including verbal, written and presentation skills; display mental and emotional stability and maturity; possess ability to handle personal stress and diffuse stress in others; strong organizational skills and ability to multitask; display good judgment and tact in recognizing and solving problems; set positive example for others; display dedication to quality, ethics, and customer service; display pride in appearance, conduct and company

Position is full-time, Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm . Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Portage, MI are encouraged to apply.

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 is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.