Job Summary
Quality Assurance and Safety Specialist is responsible for managing and maintaining the laboratory's ISO 17025 quality system, ensuring compliance with internal standards, customer requirements, and accreditation bodies. This role includes oversight of audits, document control, calibration processes, safety programs, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in quality management in a laboratory or technical environment.

Key Responsibilities :

ISO 17025 System Management

Perform annual internal audits to ensure ISO 17025 compliance.
Prepare documentation for ANAB audits; serve as main auditee during ANAB and customer audits.
Conduct annual Management Review meetings.
Coordinate proficiency tests for laboratory personnel.
Review customer purchase orders and special QA requirements to ensure compliance.

Document Control

Manage the document control system and maintain the Master List of Documents.
Coordinate document revision changes and distribute updates, including to remote locations.

Calibration Oversight

Review and approve initial calibration certificates.
Scan calibration certificates into the system and update the calibration database.
Process calibration and repair purchase orders.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

Review and approve test data reports.
Review and sign off on certifications prepared by team members.
Generate and approve corrective actions.
Review and coordinate responses to test non-conformances (TNs).
Oversee ITAR compliance and re-certification processes.
Prepare annual DLA QPL retention reports.
Maintain employee competency records and update training matrices.
Develop new employee training materials.

Safety & Facility Management

Serve as Safety Coordinator for the facility.
Coordinate Fire Department inspections and hazmat inspections.
Manage fire extinguisher inspections and service.
Maintain CERS updates and regulatory compliance documentation.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Engineering, Quality Management, or related technical field preferred.
Proven experience in QA/QC, preferably in an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory.
Strong knowledge of document control systems, calibration processes, and laboratory safety protocols.
Experience with audits, corrective actions, and proficiency testing.
Excellent communication, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
Knowledge of ITAR, DLA QPL requirements, and OSHA/Hazmat compliance preferred.
This position requires U.S. citizenship due to ITAR compliance requirements.

Key Competencies

Leadership and team coordination
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Regulatory compliance expertise
Strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour

Ability to Commute:

Chatsworth, CA 91311 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Quality Assurance and Safety Specialist