Analytical Group Leader - PFAS Laboratory

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about the air we breathe the water we drink and the soil that feeds us and ready to join an inclusive work environment committed to leading new ideas and pathways and to delivering value If the answer is Yes! then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Analytical Group Leader based in our Wilmington NC lab.

Who are we We are Montrose a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting measurement and analytical services and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers scientists technicians associates and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 135 offices across the United States Canada Europe and Australia and approximately 3500 employees all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER TO YOU

As a key member of our Montrose team you can expect:

• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
• Direct exposure to our industrys leading experts who are solving the worlds toughest environmental challenges
• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
• Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
• Competitive compensation package: annual compensation ranging from $65000 to $85000 commensurate with education accomplishments performance credentials and geography
• Competitive medical dental and vision insurance coverage
• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match
• Progressive vacation policies company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
• A financial assistance program that supports peers in need known as the Montrose Foundation
• Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Enthalpy Analytical is part of the larger organization Montrose Environmental Group is comprised of over 9 laboratories servicing air water and soil testing. Regulations drive the need for our services but our unique capabilities allow us to add value to clients beyond environmental compliance.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Group Lead to oversee our PFAS and Dioxin analytical team in a high-throughput environmental testing laboratory. The PFAS Analytical Group Lead is responsible for managing day-to-day operations of the PFAS laboratory ensuring analytical quality team performance and compliance with regulatory standards. This role combines expert-level proficiency in trace-level PFAS analysis using LC/MS/MS with leadership and operational management responsibilities. The Analytical Group Lead plays a central role in staff development laboratory efficiency client satisfaction and adherence to environmental health and safety (EHS) protocols.

This position requires prior leadership experience in a high-volume production lab and a strong technical background using advanced instrumentation (e.g. LC-MS/MS GC-MS/MS HRMS). Experience with EPA Methods.M23 and CARB 429 preferred.

The ideal candidate is an analytical detail-oriented leader with strong technical expertise who thrives in a fast-paced structured environment. Self-motivated and disciplined they balance multiple priorities with precision making proactive decisions and building strong relationships through clear communication. Success in this role comes from coaching others to achieve high standards ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of trust integrity and continuous improvement.

• Lead and manage the PFAS and Dioxin analytical group ensuring timely accurate and high-quality data delivery.
• Supervise daily operations including workflow management scheduling and troubleshooting of methods and instruments.
• Oversee execution and compliance of complex analytical methods including but not limited to: PFAS Methods: EPA.1 533 and Dioxin/Furan Methods: EPAMethod 23 CARB 429
• Ensure strict adherence to QA/QC protocols method SOPs and regulatory standards (e.g. NELAC ISO 17025).
• Collaborate with QA Project Management and other lab groups to address data quality turnaround time and client requirements.
• Provide technical leadership mentorship and performance management for a team of analysts.
• Maintain and optimize instrument performance and coordinate with maintenance vendors as needed.
• Assist in method development validation and implementation of new technologies and procedures.
• Monitor KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce rework.
• Support audits (internal client and regulatory) and participate in corrective/preventive action (CAPA) programs.
• Comply with Enthalpys Quality Assurance Program and other policies
• Other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or Lab Director
• Ensure staff comply with Enthalpys Health and Safety Plan
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

YOUR EXPERTISE & SKILLS
To perform this job successfully individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

• Bachelors or masters degree in chemistry Environmental Science or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive laboratory management experience including mentoring and training staff
• Hands-on experience LC-MS/MS and GC-HRMS.
• Proven ability to manage teams prioritize workload and drive performance in a production environment.
• Excellent organizational communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong focus on quality safety and regulatory compliance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with LIMS systems and electronic data deliverables.
• Familiarity with ISO 17025 or NELAP-accredited laboratory environments.
• Demonstrated success in lean lab operations or process improvement initiatives.
• Deep understanding of EPA regulatory methods and requirements.

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrated commitment to high quality and accuracy in deliverables.
• Expertisebased technical problemsolving careful analysis before adoption of new ideas.
• Ability to make independent and timely decisions within established standards and guidelines.
• Proactive and takes initiative; positive response to pressure and competing priorities.
• Conscientious thorough and precise; careful with rules and compliance.
• Comfortable leading in a fastpaced setting with multiple simultaneous projects.
• Clear taskoriented communication and expectationsetting.
• Coaches and trains others; delegates with structured follow-up to ensure tasks are completed on time and within defined quality standards.
• Trustbuilding leadership style with a defined span of control; resultsoriented and competitive.
• Values integrity quality and caution; maintains urgency without compromising standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Fast-paced deadline-driven laboratory environment.
• Occasional extended hours or weekend work may be required to meet project deadlines.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of employees so classified.

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MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER
We are a fast-paced dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented super-smart colleagues and its service providers. Therefore if freedom autonomy and head-scratching professional challenges attract you we could be the perfect match made in heaven.

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Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin ancestry citizenship disability or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.

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