QA Manager – Environmental Lab Position Available In New Hanover, North Carolina

QA Manager – Environmental Lab Enthalpy Analytical – 2.8 Wilmington, NC Job Details Full-time $65,000 – $85,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) 4% Match Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Microsoft PowerPoint Laboratory procedures Microsoft Excel Laboratory experience Microsoft Office Analysis skills Supervising experience Presentation skills Bachelor’s degree Mentoring Organizational skills SharePoint Root cause analysis Senior level Leadership 2 years Communication skills Time management Full Job Description

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 Manager based in our Wilmington, NC 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 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 $65,000 to $85,000, 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 Reporting to the Regional QA Director, this role supports the Enthalpy PFAS lab in Wilmington, NC. The Quality Assurance Manager is a pivotal leadership role in our laboratory, responsible for overseeing, proactively managing and continuously improving the Quality Management System. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with standards, retaining and expanding accreditations, adhering to analytical methods and regulatory standards, leading the quality assurance team, overseeing document control, managing internal and external audits, and improving laboratory protocols and documentation. The Manager works in the laboratory and will not be a remote position. As the focal point for a majority of the quality initiatives, the Manager upholds quality standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This role operates independently of production operations and financial responsibilities and focuses on maintaining high-quality standards and operational efficiency. The Manager knowledge of safety and environmental laboratory practices and protocols is essential. 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. Management and improvements of the laboratory’s Quality Management System (QMS). Ensure that laboratory procedures and processes are compliant with TNI (NELAP) as administered by its primary accrediting body(ies), DoD

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17025, or equivalent. Manage, maintain, and expand (as needed) the laboratory’s list of accreditations. Lead and participate in laboratory response to external client and accrediting body assessments. Review client data to ensure its compliance with the requirements of the laboratory’s QMS, the reference method, and clients’ requirements. Schedule project data review for the QA review team. Monitor QA Team workflow and procedures to ensure data quality and efficient review of data reports. Provide training in data review procedures for QA Associates including follow up review of data during training period. Provide training in data review procedures for QA Associates including follow up review of data during training period. Provide feedback for quality and training purposes. Provide feedback and coaching to laboratory staff on observed deficiencies in documentation and opportunities for improvement. Collect and interpret data whose intent is to track laboratory quality control data trends and/or to document the laboratory’s performance (control charts, proficiency sample data). Administer the laboratory’s proficiency test program. Perform or supervise the performance of internal audit activities to ensure the laboratory’s conformance to its QMS requirements. Initiate/monitor progress and completion of corrective actions identified during routine sample analysis and data review, internal and external audits, and client feedback. Train and/or provide access to training for internal auditors. Track and document staff training. Provide Ethics & Data Integrity training to staff as required by the laboratory’s QMS. Work closely with the laboratory director, operations managers, and regional quality assurance director to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions. Lead cross-functional change initiatives to help optimize processes. Oversee data integrity improvement activities. Manage processes for personal training records (e.g., demonstration of capabilities) to ensure completion, documentation, and meet accreditation requirements. Review and revise the laboratory’s Quality Assurance Plan (Quality Manual). Comply with Enthalpy’s policies and procedures. Comply with Enthalpy’s Health and Safety Plan. Completing other duties as assigned. Education and Years of Experience Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field such as chemistry, biology, microbiology (or other relevant to sciences). A minimum of two (2) years in a QA leadership role such as a Quality Assurance Manager (or equivalent), with at least 2 years of relevant QA experience or comparable experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job. At lease 2 years in a supervisory role overseeing compliance to TNI and other accrediting bodies (which includes QA leadership). Working knowledge of industry regulations, TNI, DoD

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17025/GLP/OECD or other regulated environments preferred. Technical expertise in environmental testing methods, including method validation and data interpretation. Skilled in root cause analysis, statistical tools, and LIMS systems, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Meets all requirements of accrediting bodies. Proven leadership skills with experience mentoring QA staff are required. Systems Knowledge Proficient with Microsoft office Suite products (i.e., SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Good understanding of LIMS framework, functionality, and managing QMS functions within the system. Soft Skills Good working knowledge of scientific terminology and/or research concepts. Ability to collaborate with laboratory team members to improve systems and workflow. Good working knowledge of analytical laboratory procedures. Effective written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting complex information clearly to facilitate productive discussions. Self-motivated, able to work independently, managing multiple task and responsibilities. Solid organization and time management skills. Ability to think and act strategically and proactively. Resourcefulness, flexibility, and resiliency to operate in a dynamic work environment. Schedule and Essential Physical Functions Disclaimer The schedule and physical functions outlined below represent essential requirements of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. May require working weekends, holidays, and after-hours based on operational demands or team scheduling. Ability to lift 20-30 pounds, as necessary. Ability to remain stationary for approximately 70% of the workday. Frequent use of computers and other office productivity equipment is required. Make the Move to Accelerate Your Career We are going to be blunt – the way we work may not suit everyone. 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. Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun! 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. Montrose will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Montrose is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.