Laboratory Manager – 24/7 QC Analytics Leader

Top Echelon Software, LLC.; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC. seeks a seasoned QC Laboratory Lead to head a 24/7 testing team in a chemical manufacturing setting. You will direct laboratory operations, ensure analytical testing quality, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in close collaboration with Production and Operations.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of ISO 9001, robust data integrity practices, and experience with ERP/LIMS systems to support product quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry required with 5+ years in analytical/QC labs.
• 3+ years of proven laboratory leadership and CI skills.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality systems/regulatory compliance.
• Experience with LIMS and ERP systems (JD Edwards/Oracle).

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a QC lab team 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 listed instruments.
• Oversee organic analytical and wet chemistry testing for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Review analytical data, authorize product releases, and maintain data integrity in ERP/LIMS.
• 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

Laboratory Leadership

Problem Solving

Continuous Improvement

Regulatory Compliance

Education

BS or MS in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

GC-MS

FT-IR

UV-Vis

NMR

Karl Fischer

Viscometer

Job description

Top Echelon Software, LLC. seeks a seasoned QC Laboratory Lead to head a 24/7 testing team in a chemical manufacturing setting. You will direct laboratory operations, ensure analytical testing quality, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in close collaboration with Production and Operations.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of ISO 9001, robust data integrity practices, and experience with ERP/LIMS systems to support product quality and customer satisfaction.