Pace® Labs · 1 day ago
Manager - Quality
Oklahoma City, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$55K/yr - $65K/yr
3+ years expPace® Labs is dedicated to improving health and safety through innovative scientific advancements. The Quality Manager will oversee the implementation of quality programs and policies, manage staff, and ensure compliance with quality standards to enhance organizational performance.
Executive Office
Responsibilities
Manages staff including hiring, training, development and engagement of self and team members, evaluating performance, providing compensation recommendations, and performance management
Implements and manages quality processes, results, audits, and improvement programs to achieve desired results, aligns leadership and resources required, and ensures effective administration; areas are varied
Provides input and advice regarding development of the policies and procedures for the function, group, or areas; areas are intermediate to complex
Provides observations and recommendations to leadership for improvement of the organization's policies, procedures, and practices on quality matters
Manages expectations of leaders, managers, staff, and operations, facilitates communication on customer needs and business requirements, and compiles and monitors performance metrics; contacts are at all levels
Resolves escalated, technical or sensitive quality problems or conflicts; works with internal groups or external agencies as needed and contributes to the successful resolution; areas are intermediate to complex
Manages the group or area budget including allocating resources and approving expenditures under control; budget is moderate in nature
Oversees or participates in special projects by identifying company, department, customer or service issues and priorities; communicates and coordinates and evaluates results
Maintains currency of quality regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments, applicable laws, and related legislation
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team
Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or a closely related field
Three (3) years of experience in quality
Three (3) years of supervisory experience is strongly preferred
Comprehensive principles, practices and techniques of quality systems and operational areas
Understanding of the development and implementation of quality programs, policies, and procedures
Principles and practices of developing teams, motivating employees, and managing in a team environment
Training others in policies and procedures related to the work
Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials
Basic principles and practices of budget development and administration
Basic understanding of applicable quality standards referenced in regulatory programs and client programs
Computer applications and systems related to the work
Understanding of dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, occasionally where relations may be confrontational or strained
Principles and techniques of providing effective oral presentations
Principles and practices of program planning, development, and evaluation
Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Performing comprehensive professional-level quality duties in a variety of assigned areas
Overseeing and administering comprehensive and varied quality functions
Supervising and evaluating employees and providing related recommendations
Applying more standard business and project management methodologies with a focus on implementing plans to achieve goals
Developing effective work teams and motivating individuals to meet goals and objectives and provide customer services in the most cost effective and efficient manner
Interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes and regulations
Providing consulting services to supervisors and staff
Using initiative and independent judgment within established organizational and department guidelines
Using tact, discretion, and prudence in working with those contacted in the course of the work
Performing effective oral presentations to large and small groups across functional peers and the department
Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work
Benefits
Medical
Dental vision
401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match)
Life
Disability and voluntary benefits
Paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days
HSA
Wellness program
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance program
Parental leave
Optional legal coverage
ID theft
Company
Pace® Labs
Pace® works with organizations of all types, providing the science to ensure our air, water, therapies, and more are safe for use.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase