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 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:

·       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

Core Competencies

• Understand analytical methods and relevant regulatory standards (e.g., TNI, ISO 17025)
• Analyze basic statistical data (i.e., mean, standard deviation, confidence limits)
• Maintain organized records and documentation
• Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
• Familiar with scientific terminology and lab operations
• Communicate effectively and collaborate across teams
• Support a positive, inclusive, and safe work environment

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities. 

• 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)
• Preferred: 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

Systems

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Working knowledge with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and understand framework

Safety/Drug Screening

• Able to pass corporate background checks and drug test

Soft Skills

• 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

Working Conditions:

• Laboratory setting with exposure to solvents, reagents, and environmental samples
• Requires sitting for long periods and occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs)
• Use of PPE required in accordance with lab safety protocols, level of PPE varies based on location of lab

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or careers@montrose-env.com for assistance.

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER

We are a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, and head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match made in heaven.
 

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Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.