3rd Shift Quality Control Supervisor - Erlanger, KY

ADM; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ADM in Erlanger, KY is seeking a 3rd shift Quality Control Supervisor to oversee the QC lab operations. You will supervise technicians and specialists, review test results, and ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, and ISO standards while maintaining documentation.

You will lead calibration, method development support, CAPA investigations, and cross-department collaboration to align with production needs and quality goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science field or equivalent QC lab experience.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced oversight.
• 5–7 years of QC lab experience with leadership exposure.
• Hands-on with HPLC, GC, UV, wet chemistry, or microbiology.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with LIMS, PowerBI, AS400, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise QC lab activities across chemical, physical, and microbiological testing.
• Ensure timely testing of materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Review and approve lab test results and reports.
• Investigate out-of-spec results and troubleshoot analytical issues.
• Maintain GMP, FDA, ISO compliance and lab records.
• Support audits, calibrations, validation, and equipment maintenance.
• Train, mentor, and supervise QC staff; manage schedules and performance.
• Collaborate with Production and QA to drive CAPA investigations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains.

Skills

QC leadership

Analytical techniques

Regulatory knowledge

LIMS experience

MS Office

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Team mentorship

Calibration & maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or related science

Master's degree preferred

Tools

LIMS

PowerBI

AS400

MS Office

Job description

3rd Shift Quality Control Supervisor – Erlanger, KY

This is a salaried, exempt-level role.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM (Note: shifts begin the evening prior - Monday's shift starts Sunday at 10:00 PM, and Friday's shift starts Thursday at 10:00 PM)
• Additional hours or days beyond the standard schedule may be required based on business needs

Position Summary

In this role, you will oversee daily lab operations to ensure testing is performed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards and quality and food safety regulatory requirements. You will supervise Quality Control Technicians and Specialists, review test results, maintain laboratory documentation, and support continuous improvement of quality systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise daily QC lab activities, including chemical, physical, and microbiological testing
• Ensure timely testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products
• Review, verify, and approve lab test results and reports
• Troubleshoot analytical issues and investigate out-of-specification (OOS) results
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, ISO, and other applicable regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate lab records, SOPs, and test methods
• Support internal and external audits and inspections
• Ensure proper calibration, validation, and maintenance of lab equipment
• Train, mentor, and supervise QC lab staff
• Assign work and manage schedules to meet production and testing demands
• Conduct performance evaluations and support staff development
• Enforce lab safety practices and procedures
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains
• Participate in corrective and preventive action (CAPA) investigations
• Assist in method development, validation, and transfer activities
• Collaborate with Production, QA, and other departments

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or a related science field, or equivalent experience in a QC laboratory environment
• A master's degree is preferred
• 5-7 years of QC lab experience
• 1-3 years of supervisory or leadership experience required
• Hands-on experience with relevant analytical techniques (e.g., HPLC, GC, UV, wet chemistry, microbiology)
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with LIMS, PowerBI, AS400, and MS Office

Working Conditions

• This position may involve exposure to various chemicals and food allergens due to the nature of our business. If you have any concerns about how this may affect your ability to perform the role, please notify the hiring manager
• This position requires movement, working while standing, and extended computer use

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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