Confirmation Laboratory Manager
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.About AbbottAbbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We're always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbott's Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.The Opportunity The position of Confirmation Laboratory Manager is a departmental manager role within our Toxicology Laboratories located at Santa Rosa, CA. This role provides oversight for the pre-analytical (positive specimen handling), analytical (confirmation), and post-analytical (review, release, and reporting) processes within the confirmation lab and is instrumental in providing on-time quality results to our clients.What You'll Work OnThe Confirmation Laboratory Manager is responsible for the smooth operation of the confirmation laboratory and the Key responsibilities include:Provide day-to-day supervision and work direction for assigned personnel; ensure adequate coverage within approved headcount to meet TAT requirements.Determine the resources required to maintain optimal production workflows and coordinate requests for additional resources with site managementHire department staff and perform their safety and orientation training; Interact with site HR on new hires, performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, and terminations.Provide personnel training on new and/or revised procedures, processes, policies, and equipment and provide documentation of this to the Senior Lab manager.Facilitate & ensure timely completion of competency assessments for testing personnel; identify and address training gaps; ensure currency of testing personnel qualifications .Ensure all processes are performed in accordance with established SOPs; update SOPs to accurately reflect lab processes where necessaryEnsure all required regulatory monitoring and documentation is performed in a timely manner; identify gaps and addressInteract and liaise with cross-functional teams (Screening/QC/R &D/Tox Support/IT/Warehouse/Facilities) as needed to ensure smooth operations.Monitor production standards and implement quality assurance programs in the department in consultation with the QA manager.Conduct and oversee department Tier Meetings; monitor productivity standards and implement improvement programs in consultation with the OpEx manager.Identify and document quality incidents within the department, conduct investigations to determine causes and corrective actions, and implement the corrective actions.Complete and provide a monthly department QA report to the QA Manager.Ensure health and safety guidelines are followed and suggest improvements or changes.Determine and maintain adequate supplies inventory (materials, reagents, stationery, etc) for routine operation of the confirmation laboratory.Monitor equipment to document performance and report issues to the Instrumentation Manager; support troubleshooting and resolution efforts.Monitor performance of analytical methods and report issues to the R & D Manager; support troubleshooting and resolution efforts.Monitor LIS performance (Tox2,LES, etc.) and report issues to IT; support troubleshooting and resolution efforts.Implement organization's goals and policies within the department; Support business projects aimed at improvements in quality and efficiency Attend and participate in laboratory management meetingsAssist in evaluating current processes and equipment for quality, performance, and cost effectiveness.Assist in ensuring quality control / assurance policies comply with State of Calif., CLIA '88, and all other pertinent regulatory standards.Assist in maintaining a professional work environment conducive to all team members.Required QualificationsA bachelor's degree in chemical or biological sciences5 – 8 years of progressively responsible experience in a high complexity testing environment with at least three years in a leadership role.Working knowledge of LC/MS/MS and GC/MS as applied in forensic toxicology with at least three years' experience reviewing mass spectrometry data.Preferred QualificationsA Master's degree or higher in Forensic Toxicology or ChemistryExtensive knowledge of LC/MS/MS methodologiesOperational Excellence experienceWHAT WE OFFER At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistanceFinancial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plansHealth care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programsPaid time off401(k) retirement savings with a generous company matchThe stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communitiesLearn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future.Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at , on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.The base pay for this position is $104,300.00 – $208,500.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.Job SummaryJob number: 31055112Date posted : 2023-06-29Profession: OperationsEmployment type: Full time