Environmental Group Leader - 325B Department

Enthalpy Analytical•Durham, NC

13d•$75,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

ABOUT YOU Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Group Leader based in our Durham, NC laboratory. Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements. We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and over 3000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect: Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $75,000 to $100,000 commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage 401k with a competitive 4% employer match Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation Access to a student loan planning tool to optimize your student loan payoff plans and compare student loan rates with lenders. A DAY IN THE LIFE Enthalpy Analytical, is part of the larger organization Montrose Environmental Group and is comprised of over 9 laboratories servicing air, water, and soil testing. Regulations drive the need for our services, but our unique capabilities allow us to add value to clients beyond environmental compliance. Our Durham, NC facility is currently seeking a Full-Time Group Leader (M325B). As a key member of the laboratory team, Group Leaders equip and maintain a well-trained and informed staff to meet the expectations of our clients by efficiently and profitably generating defensible date on time. The M325B group focuses primarily on running samples for the EPA’s M325B testing program which requires a high level of operational efficiency to meet the demands of the biweekly sampling cycle of the program. This presents unique challenges relative to other groups with less routine and predictable sample volume.

Requirements

Associates degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years’ experience preferred
Group Leaders must be well versed in most of the methods run within their department
They must understand the underlying physical or chemical principles that underpin the assays being performed
They must be able to organize, communicate, and facilitate priorities to staff in an effective manner
They must be able to handle non-routine samples and be capable of managing an effective workflow in their department (this includes managing man-hours, machine time and logistics for numerous assays)

Nice To Haves

Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel/management
Able to work independently, managing multiple responsibilities (i.e., self-starter, self-motivated)
Strong organization and time management skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to think and act strategically and proactively
Resourcefulness, flexibility, and resiliency to operate in a dynamic work environment
2+ years of experience in people management
Experience with ChemStation and MassHunter software
Experience with TD-GC-MS systems
Experience with LIMS
Experience with VOC testing

Responsibilities

Personnel supervision, time management, and operational efficiency
Hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions
Conflict resolution, personnel skills development and team building
Accurate and timely communication with internal and external clients
Project scheduling
Analyze samples as needed by using various published methods
Development of analytical methods
Final Report Review
Preparation of data summaries for inclusion in client reports.
Sample and Standard Preparation as needed
Occasional split shift and/or weekend duties
Instrument calibration and maintenance
Troubleshooting and problem solving
Write and assist the QAD and TD with updating related SOPs
Maintain adequate consumables and parts for analyses
Maintaining organized records of sample preparation and analysis, and equipment maintenance
Communicate with client’s questions or concerns
Initiate and address non-conformance issues
Overhead projects designed to improve efficiency of, or accuracy of analyses
Comply with Enthalpy’s Quality Assurance Program and other policies
Other duties as assigned by upper lab management
Ensure staff comply with Enthalpy’s Health and Safety Plan

Benefits

Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges
An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $75,000 to $100,000 commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
401k with a competitive 4% employer match
Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation
Access to a student loan planning tool to optimize your student loan payoff plans and compare student loan rates with lenders