Quality Manger

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a Potential need for a Quality Manager to support our government customer located in Frederick, MD at Fort Detrick.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain all documentation necessary for ISO 17034, ISO 17025, and CLIP functional accreditation. Maintain ISO 17034, ISO 17025, and CLIP accreditation on a yearly basis.
• Perform quality systems audits in support of accreditation and GLP studies.
• Organize and support external inspections and quality systems management inquiries in support of Divisional accreditation. Provide a monthly report on Quality Management Inspection status.
• Interact with external Divisional personnel for all support activities (i.e., equipment, facilities, and audits) involved in the maintenance of the Divisional Quality Management System (QMS).
• Develop and implement programs to maintain and improve upon the quality and performance of the laboratory. This includes ensuring that the laboratory retains its accreditation as a reference material producer and clinical diagnostic facility. Quality improvement programs will be developed annually and results reported annually. Quality Improvement Program updates will be provided quarterly.
• Execute oversight and continuing improvement of the Division's established equipment qualification and software validation program, QMS processes, and procedures.
• Shall attend Assessment Accreditation Services (A2LA) or similar laboratory accreditation program training to supplement existing quality improvement programs as required. CONUS travel may be required.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor's degree in science related field.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of five (5) years total experience in science related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience performing GLP QA audits.
• Ability to perform audits in support of GLP requirements and ISO regulations..

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible full-time employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kāpili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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