Environment QA Associate at Enthalpy Analytical in Richmond, VA

Summary: Montrose is a global environmental services provider offering a range of analytical services. They are seeking a Quality Assurance Associate I to maintain and enhance their Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and supporting laboratory operations. Responsibilities: - Track or perform verifications of laboratory supply equipment to ensure operational reliability per SOP and manufacturer specifications - Perform daily/weekly reviews of appropriate logbooks, bench sheets, or data for Good Documentation Practices (GDP) compliance - Initiate and address non-conformances for corrective actions - Collect and interpret quality control data, create control charts, and audit sample reports to track lab performance and identify trends - Track CAPA and perform or assist with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) - Conduct routine internal audits of laboratory processes, documentation, and facilities - Prepare audit checklists, reports, and follow-up on findings - Accurate and timely communication with internal and external clients - Draft, review, and/or revise SOPs, work instructions, forms, or other controlled documents - Review and enter Proficiency Testing (PT) data and results - Troubleshooting and problem-solving - Develop and deliver in-laboratory GDP, ethics, data integrity, safety, and technical training - Maintain training records and competency assessments - Archive documents in accordance with SOPs - Review laboratory data, workflows, and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance with TNI 2016, ISO 17025, client requirements, and our robust quality system - Support external audits - Communicating relevant updates to applicable people in a timely manner - Adhere to documented quality manual, policies, and health and safety practices and protocols (i.e., use of PPE, chemical hygiene, and waste handling) - Take on additional duties and responsibilities as needed to support our dynamic lab team Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a scientific field, or a combination of education, training, and experience - 1+ years of relevant experience working in a laboratory or quality assurance role (or equivalent) - Strong understanding of scientific terminology, analytical laboratory procedures, and lab safety - Understanding of physical and chemical principles underlying why procedures are specified the way they are for each method with which they work - Good written and verbal communication, with sharp editorial and proofreading abilities - Ability to collaborate with lab teams to gather, interpret, and document data - Good organization, time management, and communication skills and able to facilitate priorities in an effective manner - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint) Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with TNI 2016, ISO 17025 standards, GDP, CAPA, or RCA is a plus - Experience with LIMS - Proficiency using and data visualization tools for reports and graphs - Conflict resolution skills and removes/breakdowns organizational communication barriers - Assertion skills-problem diagnosis, assess corrective action, not blame - Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure - A team player who can work independently and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced, quality-driven environment Required Skills: Quality Management System, TNI 2016 compliance, ISO 17025 2017 standards Important Skills: Laboratory experience, Microsoft Office proficiency Nice-to-Have Skills: Corrective, Preventive Actions, Root Cause Analysis, Documentation Practices, Conflict resolution skills Benefits: 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.