Service Quality and Metrology Manager overseeing ISO compliance and quality calibration services for lab and field operations at Vaisala. Leading continuous improvement and regulatory collaboration for optimal customer service.
Responsibilities
Manage quality of ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration services for both lab and field operations.
Ensure compliance with the Quality Management System, ISO/IEC 17025, and ISO 9001.
Interface with Regulatory Agencies and Certification Bodies as required.
Lead and support internal and external audits, including corrective actions and closure of findings.
Develop, maintain, and improve SOPs, work instructions, and quality procedures covering lab and field activities.
Perform technical analysis of non‑conformances from lab and field service; lead root cause analysis and CAPA.
Develop and continuously improve calibration methods and procedures; establish best practices used in both lab and field environments.
Ensure compliance with uncertainty budgets and maintain calculations and related documentation.
Perform and analyze quality control checks.
Review calibration certificates for accuracy and compliance with internal, customer, and accreditation requirements.
Serve as a technical and metrology subject matter expert for lab and field service teams.
Ensure lab and field equipment are suitable, functional, and properly calibrated; recommend upgrades or replacements.
Develop and maintain training programs and competency requirements for lab technicians and field service engineers; maintain training records.
Support customer inquiries and escalations related to service quality, calibration results, and compliance.
Explore and oversee the implementation of new technologies and automation to improve calibration and service processes.
Collaborate with EHS to develop and support EHS processes and safe work practices for field activities and lab operations.
Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, Regulatory, Commercial, and Global/Regional Service teams.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3–5 years of related experience in calibration, metrology, quality engineering, or service quality.
Preferably 2 years in a Pharma/Med‑Device or similarly regulated environment.
Experience working within ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO 9001 quality systems.
Hands‑on experience with accredited calibration laboratory work, including calibration methods and uncertainty budget calculations.
Experience with non‑conformance management, root cause analysis, CAPA, and audits.
Understanding of pharmaceutical requirements such as FDA, cGMP, USP, and MHRA.
OSHA 10‑hour construction certification (required upon hire if not already held).
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a continuous improvement mindset.
Solid customer service orientation and ability to work directly with customers on quality topics.
Fluency in spoken and written English.
Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
Interpersonal skills; comfortable collaborating across teams and locations.
Valid US passport and ability to travel up to 20–25%, including some international travel.
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