Laboratory Manager - Analytical; QC

Ashton North LLC; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashton North LLC is seeking a hands-on QC Laboratory Leader to drive a 24/7 analytical operation in a specialty chemical manufacturing setting. You will lead a team, ensure rapid, accurate testing, and uphold ISO/QMS standards while partnering with Production to optimize quality and efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership, deep hands-on experience with HPLC/GC/GC-MS, LIMS, and ERP systems, and a track record of continuous improvement within regulated environments.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry with 5+ years in analytical/QC labs.
• 3+ years of proven leadership in a laboratory setting.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation and testing methods.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and quality systems in regulated environments.
• Experience with LIMS and ERP systems like JD Edwards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a QC laboratory team with daily operations.
• Support 24/7 manufacturing by prioritizing workflow and resources.
• Perform and interpret analyses using HPLC, GC, GC-MS, FT-IR, UV-Vis, and NMR.
• Oversee organic analytical and wet chemistry testing of materials and products.
• Review data, authorize release, and ensure data integrity in ERP/LIMS.
• Lead CAPA investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, SOPs, methods, specifications, and ISO/QMS compliance.
• Manage resources, instrumentation, and personnel training to meet production goals.

Skills

Laboratory leadership

Quality control

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

BS or MS in Chemistry

Tools

LIMS

JD Edwards (Oracle)

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