Lab Instrument Services and Asset Manager at The Judge Group Inc. in Bothell, Washington

Job Description:

Location: Bothell, WA

Salary: $40.00 USD Hourly - $45.00 USD Hourly

Description: Our client is currently seeking a Lab Instrument Services and Asset Manager
seeking a Lab Instrument Services and Asset Manager for our client site in Bothell, WA.


Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm (various hours may be required based on business demand)


Responsibilities:

• Manage a Lab Instrument Services and Asset Management Team to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of laboratory spaces in a scientific research and development facility.


• Communicate effectively 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 (e.g., HPLC, Spectroscopy).


• 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.


• Assure department meets established Key Performance Indicator Metrics (KPI).


• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track work orders and monitor performance.


• Assure program complies with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).


• Assure department adheres to a strong safety program and safety culture.


• Serve as primary liaison to the company and Client management teams.


• Oversee Calibration Reference Standards Program.


• Track and trend calibration program performance and instrument failure rates.


• Manage instrumentation subject to calibration typical in a Pharmaceutical Laboratory: Freezers, Centrifuges, Incubators, Balances, HPLC, Liquid Handlers, Pipettes.


• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Expectations:

• 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.


• Perform other duties as assigned by management.


• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.


• Ability to communicate clearly via phone.


• Ability to work closely with customers during site emergencies.


• Excellent oral and written communications.


• Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening to customer needs, articulating path forward, and providing solutions that add value to the customer.


• Accurately document electronic and paper cataloging systems to provide information to customers or regulatory personnel.


• Strive for quick complaint resolution; 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.


• Ability to pass a medical evaluation for respirator use and successfully complete a fit test for several types of respirators.


• Ability to obtain a security access badge at our client's location.


• Ability 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.


• Ability to obtain an appropriate driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles, as requested.

Preferred Requirements:

• 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.

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