Supervisor QC Microbiology

Implements methods and procedures for inspection, testing and evaluation. Mentors, trains and supervises the quality control staff. Evaluates performance and provides opportunities for growth. Communicates department objectives and metrics. Implements changes in production methods, tooling and equipment, space allocations, workforce utilization, production schedules, lines and other factors required to maintain or improve compliance with quality standards of existing products and to establish initial and continuing compliance with quality standards for new and/or redesigned products. Supervises the timely evaluation of complaints and returned product. Initiates audits to verify that prompt and appropriate actions and associated corrections are taken. Communicates metrics and systems used to measure and guide improvements to product and system quality and customer satisfaction to quality control staff. Provides input to quality control reports, requirements and other information in response to requests for proposals, quotes and other business opportunities. Provides input to budget planning process. Utilizes cost control initiatives to reduce expenses. Makes recommendations to management regarding ways to improve manufacturing processes and increase product quality and delivery while reducing production costs.