Details: Overview:Under the direction of the Manager of Laboratory Services, the Water Quality QA/QC Program Manager administers and maintains the Quality Assurance Program of the Company’s Drinking Water Laboratory, in full compliance with the California Code of Regulations; evaluates, reviews and approves the monitoring and analyses of laboratory test results to ensure methods used are in compliance with all environmental monitoring programs and regulatory requirements; conducts and documents independent and continuous audits of laboratory practices and procedures in conformance with all pertinent US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the California Department of Public Health’s (DPH) Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) certification specifications. This position is located at General Office in San Jose, California.Responsibilities: Monitors, evaluates, reviews and approves laboratory’s test results to ensure all data reported meets the minimum acceptance criteria for pertinent regulatory compliance monitoring. Technically oversees the work completed by Senior Chemists, Chemists, Senior Microbiologists, Microbiologists and Technicians. Makes recommendations for the approval of all Company contract laboratories. Oversees, coordinates, approves, or rejects work based on QA/QC requirements performed at Company contract laboratories. Develops, administers, monitors, evaluates, and maintains the laboratory’s EPA and ELAP mandated Quality Assurance Program to ensure the laboratory operates in conformance with the ELAP standards. Writes or oversees and controls the updating of all Standard Operating Procedures and QA Manuals. Oversees all Proficiency Testing and Method Detection Level studies. Develops and implements QA training programs in both the laboratory and in the District. Implements and maintains corrective action programs. Utilizes specialized software (LIMS). Performs independent assessments or special projects relating to the technical aspects of the laboratory/data and relating to State/Federal proposed regulations or implemented regulations. May provide leadership, guidance and/or technical support to laboratory staff. May perform certain additional duties as assigned by the Manager of Laboratory Services to facilitate the smooth operations of the laboratory in his/her absence. Attends relevant seminars, conferences and training as related to water quality issues; represents the Company during meetings with other departments and regulatory agencies. Participates in and supports the Company’s Continuous Improvement approach to business. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
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