Analytical QC Lab Manager — 24/7 Operations Lead

SPG; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SPG in Mount Pleasant, SC seeks a hands-on QC Laboratory Leader to oversee a 24/7 analytical testing operation. You will manage a team, ensure product quality, review data, and drive continuous improvement within ISO/QMS compliant systems, partnering with Production to meet manufacturing goals.

The role requires strong leadership and extensive experience with laboratory instrumentation and regulatory compliance, shaping a high-functioning lab within a chemical manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry with 5+ years analytical/quality control lab experience.
• 3+ years of proven laboratory leadership and continuous improvement skills.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation and testing methods.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, quality management systems and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with ERP/LIMS systems

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Team development

Data integrity

Education

BS/MS Chemistry

Tools

LIMS

JD Edwards (Oracle)

Job description

SPG in Mount Pleasant, SC seeks a hands-on QC Laboratory Leader to oversee a 24/7 analytical testing operation. You will manage a team, ensure product quality, review data, and drive continuous improvement within ISO/QMS compliant systems, partnering with Production to meet manufacturing goals.

The role requires strong leadership and extensive experience with laboratory instrumentation and regulatory compliance, shaping a high-functioning lab within a chemical manufacturing setting.