Analytical Lab Manager: 24/7 QC & Continuous Improvement

KingRecruitingServices; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KingRecruitingServices seeks a hands-on QC Laboratory Lead to manage a 24/7 analytical operation in a chemical manufacturing environment. You will lead a skilled team, oversee lab testing, quality systems, and data integrity, partnering with Production to maintain product quality and manufacturing efficiency.

This role requires a strong background in chemistry, leadership of analytical teams, and experience with ISO 9001, LIMS, and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry with 5+ years of analytical/QC lab experience in chemical, pharma, or food process manufacturing.
• 3+ years of proven laboratory leadership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills.
• Solid hands-on experience with analytical laboratory instrumentation and testing methods.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, Quality Management Systems, laboratory documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with LIMS, JD Edwards (Oracle), or similar laboratory/ERP systems

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of QC Laboratory staff while managing daily laboratory operations.
• Support 24/7 manufacturing by prioritizing workflow, allocating resources, and ensuring timely analytical results.
• Perform and interpret analytical testing using HPLC, GC, GC-MS, FT-IR, UV-Vis, Karl Fischer, Viscometer, NMR, and other instrumentation.
• Oversee organic analytical and wet chemistry testing for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Review analytical data, authorize product release, and maintain data integrity within ERP/LIMS systems.
• Lead root cause investigations, CAPA activities, method improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, SOPs, analytical methods, specifications, and ISO/QMS compliance.
• Manage laboratory resources, instrumentation, personnel training, and performance to support production goals

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Analytical testing

Team development

Education

BS or MS Chemistry

Tools

LIMS

JD Edwards

Oracle ERP

Job description

KingRecruitingServices seeks a hands-on QC Laboratory Lead to manage a 24/7 analytical operation in a chemical manufacturing environment. You will lead a skilled team, oversee lab testing, quality systems, and data integrity, partnering with Production to maintain product quality and manufacturing efficiency.

This role requires a strong background in chemistry, leadership of analytical teams, and experience with ISO 9001, LIMS, and ERP systems.