Laboratory Quality Associate

Company: IDEXX Distribution
Location: Grafton
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

IDEXX's BioAnalytics Laboratory Quality Associate plays a key supporting role on our overall Quality Assurance team. The QA group is responsible for assuring management that facilities and their operations are in conformance with the requirements of IBA's Quality Management System, internal procedures, regulatory requirements, and international standards, as applicable. This entry-level position works under the IBA Quality Assurance Manager and is responsible for assisting with administrative activities and Quality support activities of lesser complexity.IDEXX BioAnalytics' scientific expertise takes a novel approach to the discovery of new diagnostic tests that supplement a robust portfolio of products and services. We partner with Pharma, BioTech, and Academia (the scientific community) to improve animal and human health.In this role, the ideal candidate is someone who can work independently, and has proven attention to detail. You will be responsible for GCP Data Review- reviewing data from Laboratory analyzers, doing QC checks of the data, and Administrative work to support the Quality Assurance team - scanning documents, prepping for audits. *Experience working in a laboratory environment a strong plus.SCHEDULE:The schedule is Monday-Friday first shift; we are looking for a set schedule bur our hiring manager has some flexibility on start/end times. This position will be on-site at our North Grafton, MA laboratory.EDUCATION:High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Associates degree or equivalent preferred.REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Ability to read, interpret and carry out detailed instructions in written, oral or diagram form.Ability to read and comprehend correspondence, memos and SOPs.Ability to write correspondence and complete inspection documentation and filing.Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small group situations.Basic math skills and ability to work with units of measure, whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.Problem solving skills.Good PC skills, preferably MS Office.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Regularly required to stand and sit for extended periods; extend and reach with hands and arms; and use hands and fingers to handle, squeeze, twist and manipulate objects, controls and tools.Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Regularly perform repetitive bench work.Personal protective equipment and/or clothing required.WORK ENVIRONMENT:This position is in a Laboratory environment with exposure to biohazard material.We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from diseases. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 9,000 talented people.So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement. Let's pursue what matters together. #IND-LAB

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