Environmental Scientist vs Quality Control Analyst

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Pay

Environmental Scientist

$73,500 typical, a year

Most Environmental Scientists earn $54,100 to $93,900 a year.

From 329 postings that list pay

1,090 open jobs now

Environmental Scientist salaries Environmental Scientist jobs

Quality Control Analyst

$57,200 typical, a year

Most Quality Control Analysts earn $49,300 to $77,500 a year.

From 598 postings that list pay

1,321 open jobs now

Quality Control Analyst salaries Quality Control Analyst jobs

Environmental Scientists typically earn about $16,300 more a year than Quality Control Analysts.

What each one does

Environmental Scientist

  • Collect environmental samples from soil, water, and air.
  • Perform field inspections to check for environmental compliance.
  • Prepare and submit reports on environmental data and findings.
  • Monitor and maintain environmental monitoring equipment and systems.
  • Analyze environmental data to identify problems or trends.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations.

Summed up from 30 job postings

Quality Control Analyst

  • Perform testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation of all testing activities.
  • Follow standard operating procedures and regulatory guidelines for quality.
  • Investigate and resolve quality issues or deviations when they occur.
  • Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure accurate results.
  • Participate in internal and external audits to verify compliance.

Summed up from 30 job postings

Skills employers ask for

Environmental Scientist

Asked for in both

  • Microsoft Office 2 in 10 postings
  • Microsoft Excel 1 in 10 postings

More common in Environmental Scientist postings

  • Environmental Science 5 in 10 postings
  • Environmental Compliance 3 in 10 postings
  • Environmental Engineering 2 in 10 postings
  • Project Management 1 in 10 postings
  • NEPA 1 in 10 postings
  • RCRA 1 in 10 postings

Quality Control Analyst

Asked for in both

  • Microsoft Office 2 in 10 postings
  • Microsoft Excel 2 in 10 postings

More common in Quality Control Analyst postings

  • GMP 4 in 10 postings
  • Quality Control 3 in 10 postings
  • Quality Assurance 2 in 10 postings
  • LIMS 2 in 10 postings
  • Food Safety 2 in 10 postings
  • HACCP 1 in 10 postings
  • Laboratory Testing 1 in 10 postings

Out of each role's current postings.

Licenses and certifications

Environmental Scientist

  • Driver's License 4 in 10 postings
  • HAZWOPER Certification 2 in 10 postings

Quality Control Analyst

None stand out in current postings.

Open jobs

Environmental Scientist

  • Pay not stated California
    CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist)Industrial Hygiene
    12 hours ago
    Apply
  • Environmental Science Specialist

    Portland General Electric (PGE)
    Pay not stated Portland, Oregon
    Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordWaste ManagementStormwater ManagementEnvironmental Science +2
    13 hours ago
    Apply
  • $30 - $41/hr Employer stated
    San Antonio, TX, 78254
    PPE UsageEnvironmental MonitoringMicrosoft OfficeHAZWOPER CertificationEnvironmental Remediation
    Mid level · 2-3 yrs exp 2 days ago
    Apply

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