Environmental Quality Analyst 1

About the role

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. This is a full-time, onsite, Environmental Quality Analyst 1 position located in Fairfield, NJ, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, review, complete, and process various quality forms, documents, databases, and related materials.
• Provide analysis, interpretation, and guidance to staff, management, and functional leaders regarding quality policies, programs, and practices, including support for operational improvements and change initiatives.
• Research and resolve management and employee questions related to quality requirements; assist with customer feedback investigations and coordinate appropriate responses.
• Analyze operational results, feedback, and quality data to identify trends, draw conclusions, and develop recommendations for management.
• Audit, review, and verify accuracy of testing, equipment, procedures, operational databases, and reports; collaborate with teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in the development and execution of quality and cross-functional projects, including budgeting, timelines, resource planning, and project reporting.
• Interpret and apply departmental policies, procedures, and applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
• Promote and support the mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating professional, courteous, and cooperative behavior with customers and colleagues and fostering a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Operations, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Required Knowledge: Fundamental principles, practices, and techniques of quality management; Administration and oversight of quality programs, policies, and procedures; Methods for identifying and resolving quality-related issues, questions, and concerns; Applicable quality regulations, standards, and compliance requirements; Standard testing equipment, tools, and calibration processes; Computer applications and systems related to quality management and reporting; Principles and practices of effective project team participation; Effective communication methods for interacting with staff, coworkers, and customers; Business English usage, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Required Skills: Performing professional-level quality responsibilities across multiple functional areas; Administering and supporting a variety of quality programs and processes; Training employees on quality policies, procedures, and standards; Participating in and supporting projects and project teams; Interpreting, applying, and explaining laws, regulations, standards, and procedures; Preparing reports, correspondence, and other business documents; Exercising initiative and sound judgment within established guidelines; Demonstrating tact, discretion, and professionalism when interacting with others; Delivering effective presentations to both small and large groups; Contributing to team goals, objectives, and operational success; Building and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders; Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

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.