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Sr. Laboratory QA/QC Auditor

Laurel, MD · On-site

... if temporary) Work Schedule Monday-Friday 7:00 am- 3:30 pm. Specific hours may vary. Position Location Silver Spring Position Summary Information General Summary The Sr. Laboratory QA/QC Auditor ...

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Chantilly, VA

$25 - $40/hr

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Labcorp

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Chantilly, VA

$25 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help ... Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees ...

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Sr. Laboratory QA/QC Auditor

WSSC Water

Laurel, MD • On-site

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Position Information
Functional Title Sr. Laboratory QA/QC Auditor Recruitment Category Type Standard Functional Category Production Grade GS.15 FLSA Status Exempt Requisition Number 27-0011 Number of Vacancies 1 Job Level Non-Management Job Code N/A Job Description Summary Organization Name Laboratory Reports to Section Manager, Laboratory QA/QC Full or Part Time Full Time If Part Time how many hours per week Regular or Temporary Regular Position End Date (if temporary) Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 7:00 am- 3:30 pm. Specific hours may vary.
Position Location Silver Spring
Position Summary Information
General Summary
The Sr. Laboratory QA/QC Auditor serves as a senior-level auditor and performs work that involves monitoring the analytical laboratory system and data quality parameters tested by the laboratory through the application of different audits and inspections. Work involves managing specialized and fundamental quality programs such as proficiency testing, analytical quality control, and quality audits. The Sr Laboratory QA/QC Auditor provides support and assistance in matters related to laboratory certification.
The Laboratory Quality Assurance Program ensures:
  • Analytical data are scientifically valid, defensible, of known accuracy and precision, and timely
  • Achievement and maintenance of laboratory certification/accreditation by federal and state agencies
  • Compliance with federal, state, and local regulations in analyzing environmental samples
Essential Functions
  • Conducts many different types of audits, including full data audits, laboratory audits, support equipment audits, and system audits to assess compliance with regulatory requirements, certification, good laboratory practices (GLP), good automated laboratory practices (GALP), and laboratory quality assurance policies and procedures, method performance, and analyst performance
  • Monitors the laboratory analytical system and data quality of all parameters tested to ensure compliance with the Laboratory's Quality Assurance program
  • Provides support to the analytical sections by performing calculations and granting final approval of initial demonstration of capabilities and method detection limits
  • Writes, reviews, and revises laboratory internal operating procedures/standard operating procedures (IOP/SOP) and quality control requirements (QCR)
  • Provides support to the analytical sections by performing calibration checks and maintaining supply of thermometers, mechanical pipettes, and weights
  • Prepares checklists of audits conducted, if not available; modifies checklists when necessary; and prepares the laboratory for external audits and onsite inspections; assists in addressing any deviations
  • Promptly notifies the Laboratory Quality Assurance/Quality Control Section Manager and analysts of deviations detected during any audit or inspection that require immediate corrective action
  • Reviews and approves results of corrective actions
  • Prepares written reports of audits performed
  • Performs work related to laboratory certification
  • Maintains and updates document control system, including but not limited to, internal operating procedures ,standard operating procedures, maintenance logbooks, extraction logbooks, equipment logbooks, standards and reagents logbooks, chemicals and materials master logbook, standards master logbook, and analytical worksheets
  • Maintains inventory and control of internal and external proficiency tests and quality control samples including log-in, disbursement, and evaluation
  • Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other Functions
  • Maintains inventory and record of QC samples and major equipment required for certification as well as auxiliary equipment such as thermometers, mechanical pipettes, weights, etc.
  • Place orders with vendors when supplies need replenished for QC samples and auxiliary equipment such as thermometers, mechanical pipettes, weights, etc.
  • Monitors and schedules calibration services when required for various auxiliary equipment such as thermometers, mechanical pipettes, weights, etc.
  • Prepares reports of completed projects and work in progress
  • Conducts spot checks of the quality system
  • Conducts audits of WRRF/WFP plant operators and distributes Quality Control (QC) samples for analysis
  • Conducts audits of any newly implemented methods and any analyst(s) using such methods
  • Provides training related to Quality Control (QC) procedures and policies for new and current employees
  • Attends QA/QC meetings as required and for training and development purposes
  • Performs other related duties as assigned
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Laboratory environment
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of chemistry and microbiology as it relates to qualitative and quantitative analysis of water, wastewater, sludge, and other materials as required
  • Knowledge and familiarity with environmental methods and principles of instrumentation for analyses of water, wastewater, and sludge
  • Knowledge and familiarity with quality control requirements and acceptance criteria of environmental methods
  • Knowledge and familiarity with laboratory accreditation requirements, laboratory certification requirements, and quality control aspects of laboratory system and operations
  • Knowledge of good laboratory practices (GLP) and good automated laboratory practices (GALP)
  • Ability to gain knowledge of WSSC Water Internal Operating Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Assurance Manual, Quality Control Summary of Protocols/EPA Approved Methods and Guidelines, and all other applicable regulations and guidelines
  • Familiarity with Safety Data Sheets, Safety Manual, and all WSSC Water emergency procedures
  • Ability to plan and organize work efficiently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to assist laboratory operations in solving quality control related problems
  • Ability to use a laboratory information management system (LIMS) in all aspects related to login, query, and data verification
  • Ability to follow complex verbal and written instructions
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to conduct audits and interact with internal and external customers in an effective and professional manner
  • Ability to prepare comprehensive analytical reports and to interpret test results
  • Ability to accurately perform chemical, bacteriological, and biological tests
  • Skill in the use of computer programs for word processing and scientific calculations
  • Skill in producing formal reports and performing calculations
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 4+ years environmental laboratory analysis experience that includes 2+ years of laboratory Quality Assurance/Quality Control auditing experience

OR
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 8+ years environmental laboratory analysis experience that includes 2+ years of laboratory Quality Assurance/Quality Control auditing experience

Additional Requirements
  • Possess and maintain a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and able to obtain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date
  • Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter
Preferences
Additional experience is helpful
Salary $98,920 - $168,429
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
WSSC Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
Reasonable Accommodations: WSSC Water provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require assistance or an accommodation during the application or hiring process should contact us atada@wsscwater.com
Close Date 08/13/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

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