Quality Engineer - CBRE
Durham, NC
About the Job
Quality Engineer
Job ID
183378
Posted
16-Sep-2024
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Health and Safety/Environment
Location(s)
Durham - North Carolina - United States of America, Research Triangle Park - North Carolina - United States of America
About the role
As a CBRE Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for the CBRE Quality functions on medium to large scoped client accounts (may include multiple accounts/clients). This role leads the creation, , improvement, revision, and enforcement of all aspects of the CBRE Quality Management System (QMS), or in situations where CBRE operates within the client's QMS, ensures the integration and ongoing oversight aspects required by that QMS are appropriately driven by the CBRE. This position liaises between the client's Quality Assurance team leadership and CBRE Operations to identify and drive improvement opportunities in operations and the QMS and to support routine quality assurance and control deliverables. This position supports change, event & root cause analysis processes through creation, review and/or approval actions. This role ensures all CBRE employees are qualified for the work they are performing. Lastly, this position is responsible for ensuring all master service agreement and quality agreement deliverables are driven per those respective contract terms.
What you’ll do
+ Leads the day-to-day Quality and Compliance Team operations at one or more account sites. Monitors operations at each site and determines compliance status with regards to local and global regulatory standards as well as client specific requirements as defined in the master service agreement (MSA) or Quality Agreement.
+ Responsible for driving continuous improvement of both operational and QMS functions. Actively reviews operational data to identify improvement opportunities. Works closely with Operations staff and client leadership to identify, design, develop and test efficiency improvement initiatives. Leads improvement initiatives from concept through execution and verification of performance.
+ Delivers and implements the CBRE compliance program and/or the client's compliance program. Attends Quality Forum monthly meetings to provide in-depth explanations for monthly reports and department metrics. Leads and participates in continuous improvement objects for both CBRE and the client.
+ Interfaces, partners, and interacts with both CBRE and the client’s functional areas and leadership teams. Appropriately communicates quality and compliance initiatives and/or issues across the functional areas impacted. Responsible for reporting Compliance (among other quality and business metrics) status to the client during review meetings. Appropriately escalates and notifies CBRE and client management of quality and compliance issues.
+ Responsible for the inspection readiness for the site. Inspection readiness may include periodic CBRE self inspection, client self inspections, or any external agency inspections like the FDA. Has the responsibility to lead audits as well as serve as the primary quality representative for CBRE operations during external agency or client audits. Accountable to the client and/or agency for audit observations and the associated corrective measures.
+ This is an official CBRE Human Resources Document and is intended for internal distribution to company employees only. Any external use or distribution of this document is prohibited without the express approval of the Human Resources Department. This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
+ Responsible for design and implementation of oversight program for GxP Service Providers. for the site. Has the responsibility to ensure all GxP service providers are qualified per the CBRE regulated vendor qualification process (as well as any client directed qualification program). Accountable for development, execution of all necessary quality agreements with third party service providers and ensuring the ongoing oversight of those vendors is executed.
+ Responsible for the training and qualification program for CBRE employees. Ensures that all employees are qualified for the role they perform.
+ Trains CBRE account personnel on the use of elements within the Quality Management System.
+ Ensures the QA staff is qualified and delivering on the objectives of the QMS, annual quality plan, and the quality agreement with the client.
+ Oversees the execution and tracks the success of CBRE quality of service initiatives on the account for non-regulated services.
+ Development and execution of Quality Agreements with clients.
+ Investigates deviations/events, issues and manages Corrective/Preventative Actions. Participates in creation and management of changes, provides solution options and assists in execution of corrective/preventive actions.
+ Monitors critical KPI’s related to quality of delivery and service, and works with Operations to perform root cause analysis, and develop and implement solutions to improve performance.
What you’ll need
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or Engineering; or equivalent related work experience. Minimum 5+ years related work experience with continuous improvement focus required. Previous experience within a quality organization within Life Science Environment(s) preferred. Specialized training in quality assurance audits preferred. Previous supervisory experience a plus.
FDA, ISO, or similar quality assurance audit related certification preferred. Must have appropriate license and/or certification where required by law. Green Belt certification required, Black Belt Six Sigma Certification preferred.
The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions.
Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive approach.
Why CBRE?
At CBRE, we admire creativity, innovation, and partnership, and we offer endless opportunities for growth. We are a direct hire company that provides everything from competitive pay, Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, and 401k Match programs.
Disclaimers
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
CBRE GWS
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.
Find out more (https://www.cbre.com/real-estate-services/directory/global-workplace-solutions)
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
Job ID
183378
Posted
16-Sep-2024
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Health and Safety/Environment
Location(s)
Durham - North Carolina - United States of America, Research Triangle Park - North Carolina - United States of America
About the role
As a CBRE Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for the CBRE Quality functions on medium to large scoped client accounts (may include multiple accounts/clients). This role leads the creation, , improvement, revision, and enforcement of all aspects of the CBRE Quality Management System (QMS), or in situations where CBRE operates within the client's QMS, ensures the integration and ongoing oversight aspects required by that QMS are appropriately driven by the CBRE. This position liaises between the client's Quality Assurance team leadership and CBRE Operations to identify and drive improvement opportunities in operations and the QMS and to support routine quality assurance and control deliverables. This position supports change, event & root cause analysis processes through creation, review and/or approval actions. This role ensures all CBRE employees are qualified for the work they are performing. Lastly, this position is responsible for ensuring all master service agreement and quality agreement deliverables are driven per those respective contract terms.
What you’ll do
+ Leads the day-to-day Quality and Compliance Team operations at one or more account sites. Monitors operations at each site and determines compliance status with regards to local and global regulatory standards as well as client specific requirements as defined in the master service agreement (MSA) or Quality Agreement.
+ Responsible for driving continuous improvement of both operational and QMS functions. Actively reviews operational data to identify improvement opportunities. Works closely with Operations staff and client leadership to identify, design, develop and test efficiency improvement initiatives. Leads improvement initiatives from concept through execution and verification of performance.
+ Delivers and implements the CBRE compliance program and/or the client's compliance program. Attends Quality Forum monthly meetings to provide in-depth explanations for monthly reports and department metrics. Leads and participates in continuous improvement objects for both CBRE and the client.
+ Interfaces, partners, and interacts with both CBRE and the client’s functional areas and leadership teams. Appropriately communicates quality and compliance initiatives and/or issues across the functional areas impacted. Responsible for reporting Compliance (among other quality and business metrics) status to the client during review meetings. Appropriately escalates and notifies CBRE and client management of quality and compliance issues.
+ Responsible for the inspection readiness for the site. Inspection readiness may include periodic CBRE self inspection, client self inspections, or any external agency inspections like the FDA. Has the responsibility to lead audits as well as serve as the primary quality representative for CBRE operations during external agency or client audits. Accountable to the client and/or agency for audit observations and the associated corrective measures.
+ This is an official CBRE Human Resources Document and is intended for internal distribution to company employees only. Any external use or distribution of this document is prohibited without the express approval of the Human Resources Department. This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
+ Responsible for design and implementation of oversight program for GxP Service Providers. for the site. Has the responsibility to ensure all GxP service providers are qualified per the CBRE regulated vendor qualification process (as well as any client directed qualification program). Accountable for development, execution of all necessary quality agreements with third party service providers and ensuring the ongoing oversight of those vendors is executed.
+ Responsible for the training and qualification program for CBRE employees. Ensures that all employees are qualified for the role they perform.
+ Trains CBRE account personnel on the use of elements within the Quality Management System.
+ Ensures the QA staff is qualified and delivering on the objectives of the QMS, annual quality plan, and the quality agreement with the client.
+ Oversees the execution and tracks the success of CBRE quality of service initiatives on the account for non-regulated services.
+ Development and execution of Quality Agreements with clients.
+ Investigates deviations/events, issues and manages Corrective/Preventative Actions. Participates in creation and management of changes, provides solution options and assists in execution of corrective/preventive actions.
+ Monitors critical KPI’s related to quality of delivery and service, and works with Operations to perform root cause analysis, and develop and implement solutions to improve performance.
What you’ll need
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or Engineering; or equivalent related work experience. Minimum 5+ years related work experience with continuous improvement focus required. Previous experience within a quality organization within Life Science Environment(s) preferred. Specialized training in quality assurance audits preferred. Previous supervisory experience a plus.
FDA, ISO, or similar quality assurance audit related certification preferred. Must have appropriate license and/or certification where required by law. Green Belt certification required, Black Belt Six Sigma Certification preferred.
The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions.
Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive approach.
Why CBRE?
At CBRE, we admire creativity, innovation, and partnership, and we offer endless opportunities for growth. We are a direct hire company that provides everything from competitive pay, Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, and 401k Match programs.
Disclaimers
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
CBRE GWS
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.
Find out more (https://www.cbre.com/real-estate-services/directory/global-workplace-solutions)
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
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