Job Description

Shift:

Monday through Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

Quality Analyst 2

Compensation: $22.00 per hour

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM

Summary:

We are actively seeking a candidate to join our Quality Assurance (QA) team with the Building Sciences East laboratories. This position reports to the local Quality Manager and is responsible for providing analysis, administration and oversight of quality policies and procedures. The ideal candidate is one who has a strong attention to detail and organization skills and is comfortable working independently or as a team. The ideal candidate is also self-motivated, demonstrating a strong work ethic and flexibility to adapt to a dynamic work environment and changes in work priorities. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment and is comfortable working with various areas of the laboratory.

Preferred qualifications include previous laboratory or QA experience in a TNI, AIHA, NVLAP, or ISO17025 accredited laboratory. Experience with Microsoft Office applications is ideal.

Job Responsibilities:

• Overseeing or reviewing, completing, and processing a wide-range of quality forms, documents, databases, and related materials.
• Provides trend analysis and compiles report metrics for QM and staff regarding the quality program and lab practices.
• Tracks and maintains calibration status of various laboratory equipment.
• Participates in internal and external audits, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning with various departments to resolve discrepancies.
• Provides or participates in training on quality systems, policies, and procedures.
• Interprets and applies department policies and procedures in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; receives guidance within these areas as needed.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Requirements:

• Basic understanding of the administration and oversight of quality programs, policies, and procedures.
• Basic understanding of root cause analysis and the corrective action process.
• Basic understanding of lab equipment and calibration.
• Knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office tools. Advanced knowledge of Excel is preferred.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or a closely related field; AND at least one (1) year of experience working in laboratory operations or quality; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Physical/Mental Requirements:

• The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Mobility to work in a lab and office setting, use standard office and lab equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

Working Environment:

• Work is performed in a lab and office setting. Work is subject chemicals, fumes, gasses, noxious odors and related items in a lab setting.

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Benefits

When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.