Quality Associate II - Laboratories

Enthalpy Analytical•Denver, CO

17d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

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 QA Associate II, based in our Denver, CO lab. 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 with over 3000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs. WHAT WE CAN OFFER TO YOU Our Mission is: To help protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil that feeds us, and is supported by our Principles: We Value Our People, Our Community, Our Clients, and Our Shareholders. We care for the well-being of our people and offer: 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 $25.00 to $35.00 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 attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans A DAY IN THE LIFE The QA Associate II supports the Quality Assurance Manager and laboratory management in maintaining compliance with regulatory and client standards. This role is responsible for reviewing quality control data, managing training and equipment records, coordinating audits, reviewing post production data, and assisting with laboratory accreditation compliance. This position is responsible for quality assurance functions, independent of production and financial responsibility. The QA Associate II works closely with the Quality Assurance Manager, Group Leaders, and and other managers to monitor day-to-day operations and help ensure compliance to the laboratory’s Quality Assurance Program. Applicants will be passionate about providing high-quality results to laboratory clients while working with operations to develop operational efficiencies and maintain safe working conditions. This position is in-person. Remote work is not available for this position Schedule: Monday - Friday - Lab operating hours Reporting to the QA Manager, this role supports the Denver, CO team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry or related sciences
Meet the minimum requirements of the facility’s accrediting bodies
Minimum 2 years of laboratory experience, preferably in an accredited lab
Prior experience as QA Associate I or equivalent (3+ years total experience)
Systems Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Working knowledge with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and understand framework
Able to pass corporate background checks and drug test
Good working knowledge of scientific terminology and research concepts
Able to collaborate with lab team members to gather, interpret and consolidate data, generate documentation and reporting, review data and information for presentation and review
Relevant knowledge of analytical laboratory processes
Able to work independently, managing multiple responsibilities (i.e., self-starter, self-motivated)
Good organization and time management skills
Effective written and oral communication skills
Able to think and act strategically and proactively
Detail oriented
Resourceful, flexible, and resilient to operate in a dynamic work environment

Nice To Haves

2+ years with Element LIMS and knowledge of TNI, ISO 17025, GLP, or DOD standards
Preferred to have 2+ years using Element LIMS
Preferred to have 2+ years of working knowledge of industry regulations, TNI 2016 Standard, ISO 17025/GLP/DOD or other regulated environments

Responsibilities

Support proficiency testing and corrective action resolution
Review and update SOPs and other laboratory documentation
Maintain calibration and maintenance records for support equipment
Review bench records and logbooks for accuracy
Manage and track personnel training documentation
Assist in the develop and provide QA/QC training to laboratory staff
Identify and document nonconformances and monitor corrective actions
Analyze and interpret quality control data and trends
Plan and perform internal audits and assessments
Assist with external audit preparation and documentation
Report performance metrics to management
Archive quality-related data per SOPs
Comply with Enthalpy’s Quality Assurance Program and other policies
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 $25.00 to $35.00 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 attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans