Assistant QA Specialist, Environment Testing- Earth City, Missouri

The Quality Assurance Assistant assists the Quality Assurance (QA) Manager during audits and client visits. Helps maintain reference data in LIMS and performs spot audits internally at the request of the QA Manager. Performs customer service requests for Project Management staff, supplies SOP's, certification information, and method information. Works with the laboratory to maintain SOP's and other method performance documentation as needed. Position is onsite in Earth City. Position is Full time, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

Perform QA data audits to ensure laboratory is in compliance with policies and procedures; Assist in scheduling of proficiency testing samples and other QC samples; Process and report QC samples as routine samples to appropriate agencies; Issue controlled and uncontrolled documents to enforce current policies and SOP's; Assist QA Manager in maintaining the laboratory's reference data; Prepare or post certification applications; Assist in internal and external audits and client visits; Ensure maintenance of training records for all employees; Assist in identification of systematic problems within laboratories; Recommend resolutions for ongoing or recurring nonconformance; Maintain historical indices of technical records including SOPs, QC records, laboratory data, etc.; Ensure maintenance of records archives; Assist operations personnel in writing QA SOP's; Assist departments in generating MDL spreadsheets and calculations, reviewing MDL studies; Answer questions on methods from laboratory personnel; Subcontract laboratory information maintenance; Laboratory surveillance to ensure equipment calibration; Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Quality Assurance experience; Understanding of Environmental methodologies; Experience with Environmental Regulations; High school diploma or equivalent; Requires some college chemistry coursework, including lab experience; Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship; Environmental analytical methods; Environmental regulatory requirements; Quality Assurance requirements; Computer skills; Communication skills; Organizational skills; Time management skills; Ability to prioritize; Professional working proficiency in English (read, write and speak); Must live a commutable distance (45 minutes or less to the lab)

Nice to have

1-2 years laboratory experience is preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage; Life and disability insurance; 401(k) with company match; Paid holidays; Paid time off; Dental and vision options