This position is responsible for monitoring the technical aspects of the SGS Natural Resources, Energy, North American Operations in conjunction with requirements of the Quality Management System and ISO/IEC17025. This includes method validation, verification, method transfer, assessment of client data, technical internal audits and proficiency testing/round robin (PT/RR) performance. This position involves travel and flexibility to meet both the needs of the laboratory as well as the clientele.Establish, improve and maintain lean and effective method validation, verification and method consistency to align with the current technical requirements and with the international standard ISO/IEC 17025 for testing laboratoriesPrepare technical templates for protocols and procedures as applicable.Reviews and approves method validation / verification / transfer / developmentSupport effective corrective action to on time closure with other responsible personnel; follow up on effectiveness of corrective actionLiaise with site Operations Managers, Quality Systems Manager, Chief Chemists and Client Services personnel in response to complaints involving data non-conformancesWork with Chief Chemists and department Supervisors to continuously improve lab technical capabilities and services.Contribute to the training and development of all technical staff in standardised, technical quality policies and procedures.Remote interrogation of NAM SLIM databases to monitor Quality Control conformance as well as organize and schedule site audits, if necessary, for same.Review and evaluate QC deviations for impact assessment.Monitor internal QC and PT/RR performance for biases and trends across the regional business operations and recommend actions as required.Prepare statistical data evaluation for client complaints, audit findings, PT/RR performance and/or quality control failures as assignedAdvises and reviews LIMS performance module set ups to ensure appropriate tolerances, limits and verification criteria are in place when methods are developed/modified and/or equipment is introduced.Prevent release of any report, Certificate of Analysis, or information to the customer when a deficiency is identified during a technical audit.Approve method development forms provided by the client or SGS for method transfer studies (changes, validation, verification etc.)Ensure major technical non-conformances are brought to the attention of the Quality Systems Manager and Regional Business Manager.May work as a backup in designated areas in the absence of Quality Systems Manager
