Laboratory Manager - Analytical; QC

Tom Trese Networking LLC; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Tom Trese Networking LLC is seeking a hands-on QC Laboratory Lead to manage a 24/7 operation. You will lead a team, oversee organic testing, data integrity, and continuous improvement initiatives across analytical disciplines.

The role requires a chemistry background with lab leadership experience and familiarity with ERP/LIMS systems to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry with 5+ years in analytical/QC lab.
• 3+ years leading a laboratory team and driving continuous improvement.
• Hands-on with analytical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, QMS, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with LIMS, JD Edwards (Oracle) or similar ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead QC Laboratory team and manage daily operations.
• Support 24/7 manufacturing by prioritizing workflow and resources.
• Perform and interpret analyses using multiple instruments.
• Review analytical data, authorize product releases, and maintain data integrity in ERP/LIMS.
• Lead root-cause investigations, CAPA, and method improvements.
• Maintain SOPs, analytical methods, specs, and ISO/QMS compliance.
• Manage laboratory resources, instrumentation, and training for production goals.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Continuous improvement

Data integrity

Problem solving

Education

BS or MS in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

GC-MS

FT-IR

UV-Vis

Karl Fischer

NMR

Viscometer

LIMS/ERP systems

Job description

Great opportunity to Lead a QC Laboratory Team supporting a 24/7 specialty chemical manufacturing operation. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for laboratory operations, analytical testing, quality systems, team development, and continuous improvement while partnering with Production and Operations to ensure product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• --- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of QC Laboratory 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 HPLC, GC, GC-MS, FT-IR, UV-Vis, Karl Fischer, Viscometer, NMR, and other laboratory 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

Qualifications:

• --- BS or MS Chemistry degree with 5+ years Analytical/ Quality Control Laboratory experience in chemical, pharma, food process manufacturing plants.
• --- Requires 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