Job Description

QC/QA Manager for Soil Testing Laboratory.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance and Compliance
• Oversee compliance with local and international quality standards, including ISO/IEC 17025 for testing laboratories.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures for all laboratory activities, ensuring consistent and accurate results.
• Conduct routine internal audits and participate in external audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ensure all equipment calibration and maintenance records are up-to-date.
• Documentation and Reporting
• Maintain detailed records of quality control procedures, and corrective actions taken.
• Prepare and present quality control reports, outlining findings, trends, and areas for improvement.
• Ensure documentation integrity and data traceability, following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Process Improvement and Risk Management
• Training and Development
• Conduct training for laboratory staff on quality control procedures, safety practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on industry advancements, new testing methods, and regulatory changes relevant to chemical testing.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of quality control experience in a Soil / chemical testing laboratory.
• Certifications: ISO/IEC 17025 or similar certification in quality management preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of quality control principles, laboratory safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and statistical quality control tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent