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Data Quality Specialist - Mid Level (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co.
dental insurance, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Grand Rapids
3033 Orchard Vista Drive Southeast (Show on map)
Jan 12, 2025
Job Description: Summary: Barr is seeking a data quality specialist who will undertake assignments on multidisciplinary project teams involving data quality practices from planning to reporting of various environmental and analytical data. Project responsibilities will include working with the project teams to evaluate laboratory capabilities and provide recommendations to project teams; prepare cost estimates for data collection (sampling, analysis, data evaluation and validation, management and reporting); provide analytical sampling advice to project teams; coordinate laboratory services; order sample kits; perform review and assessment of environmental data; and perform other duties as assigned by the company. Assignments will also include technical writing and preparation of sampling and analysis plans, quality assurance project plans and other quality assurance/quality control documents and data summary reports. Candidates must possess a commitment to data integrity, strong communication skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple commitments. Minimum Qualifications: 7 years of experience working with laboratory data and quality systems or a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or microbiology Knowledge of analytical methods (US EPA, Standard Methods, etc.), and data evaluation and validation procedures Strong math and science skills, including knowledge of environmental chemistry Strong technical and problem-solving skills, as well as attention to detail, accuracy and precision in performance of duties A flexible working style and the ability to work independently and with teams of specialists to meet client and project needs Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Willingness to travel and occasionally adjust personal schedule to meet project deadlines Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future Possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record Preferred Qualifications: 5 years working at an environmental laboratory as an analyst, manager, or quality control coordinator Familiarity with environmental regulations Knowledge of statistics A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position can be based out of Barr's Ann Arbor, Michigan; Duluth, Minnesota; Grand Rapids, Michigan; Hibbing, Minnesota; Jefferson City, Missouri; Minneapolis, Minnesota; or Salt Lake City, Utah offices. Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this position is $70,000 - 80,000 /year. This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Compensation will vary based upon relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all its profit to our employees through our bonus plan and ESOP. Benefits: People report that they stay at Barr because of the camaraderie and career opportunities. Another draw is our competitive package of employee benefits, which includes professional development funding, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability and accidental death insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses, paid holidays, paid time off (accrues on all hours worked), and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked). Barr's benefits package offerings include: professional development funding 401(k) retirement savings plan employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, provided through profit distribution cash bonus medical and dental insurance life insurance disability and accidental death insurance flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses paid holidays paid time off #LI-Hybrid Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.