Quality Assurance Specialist Lead

Planned Systems International, Inc.•Richland, WA

2d•$131,888 - $166,263•Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is hiring for a Quality Assurance Specialist Lead in Richland, WA. This position will support Navarro-ATL, which operates, manages, and maintains the 222-S Laboratory Complex for the Department of Energy. The 222-S Laboratory is a high-complexity environmental laboratory providing analytical testing of highly radioactive samples for the Hanford Nuclear Reservation. The laboratory has a mission to perform organic, inorganic, radiochemical, and industrial hygiene, along with novel research and process support. The lab is accredited by the Washington Department of Ecology and American Industrial Hygiene Association and is implementing a quality system based on the DoD/DOE Quality Systems Manual (QSM 6.0). Additionally, the laboratory operates a quality system based upon DOE Order 414.1D, 10 CFR 830, and ASME NQA-1 (2008 with 2009 Addenda). The successful candidate will support the 222-S Complex with senior technical leadership for the analytical quality assurance team, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements, US citizenship is required.
Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Radiochemistry, or a closely related scientific discipline and 10 years related experience.
Strong oral and written communication skills. Must be able to clearly and concisely communicate with peers, management, and clients.

Nice To Haves

Thorough knowledge of ISO 17025:2017, and TNI 2016 or QSM 6.0.
Deep experience implementing quality management systems under the 2016 TNI Environmental Laboratory Standard, DoD/DOE QSM 6.0, or accreditation programs of similar rigor (e.g. Ca ELAP, Pa DEP, Wi DNR)
Strong skills in developing rigorous and maintainable processes to support consistent quality.
At least 5 years of hands-on analytical experience with SW-846, CLP, EML HASL-300, or similar methodologies.
Familiarity with nuclear quality standards.

Responsibilities

Possesses and applies comprehensive QA knowledge to the completion of significant assignments.
Technically supervises quality projects or major phases of significant quality projects, coordinating the efforts of quality assurance staff in the performance of assigned projects.
Working collaboratively with Analytical Operations and Assurance Systems, develops new systems, processes, procedures, and controls to continually improve the Quality Management System.
Assists in maintenance of the laboratory Quality Assurance Project Plan and other supporting documentation to ensure compliant and effective implementation of regulations.
Supports or administers a variety of laboratory quality programs, such as corrective action, root cause analysis, method validation, accreditation maintenance, proficiency testing, and the ethics/data integrity program.
Performs QA review of client Data Quality Objectives, Sampling and Analysis Plans, complex data packages, method validation data, and procedures and test plans.
Provides technical guidance on integration of quality indicators and tools into the implementation of a new Laboratory Information Management System.
Plans, schedules, and leads QA program audits, surveillances, and assessments.
Assists with the performance of effective Management/Independent assessments.
Provides technical consultation to lower-level quality assurance specialists.
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

paid leave
employer sponsored group medical
dental
vision
short-term and long-term disability
life insurance
AD&D coverage
legal services
identity theft
accident insurance
Flexible spending account
health saving account options
401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution match that is immediately vested
professional courses
certifications
tuition reimbursement programs