Environmental Scientist - Quality Improvement

Quality Improvement Lead

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Quality Improvement Lead to join our team in a pivotal role within our department. This position focuses on ensuring the highest standards of quality improvement by managing various monthly activities and overseeing compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement the monthly quality improvement activities as outlined in the department's calendar.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs and maintain accurate temperature logs.
• Conduct scheduled performance testing and distribute samples to various departments, overseeing their reporting to the state.
• Facilitate onboarding and training for new hires, emphasizing quality assurance.
• Collaborate with environmental services and quality assurance teams.

Essential Skills

• A degree in Sciences with a minimum of 1.5 years of experience in an environmental lab.
• Exposure to quality assurance processes and practices.
• Proficiency in quality control and chemistry.
• Experience with batch records and EPA standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with The NELAC Institute (TNI) standards.
• Understanding of ISO standards.

Work Environment

The work schedule is from 7 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. The laboratory houses a team of 20 people. Employees enjoy 11 paid holidays annually, contributing to a stable and supportive work environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, KS.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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