Laboratory Manager - Analytical; QC

Genie Matthews and Associates; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Genie Matthews and Associates seeks a hands-on QC Laboratory Leader to guide a 24/7 specialty chemical operation. You will oversee analytical testing, quality systems, and continuous improvement while partnering with Production to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.

The role requires a BS or MS in Chemistry with 5+ years in analytical/quality control and at least 3 years in leadership. You will manage instrumentation, data integrity in ERP/LIMS, and drive CAPA and method

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry with 5+ years in analytical/quality control in chemical/pharma/food process plants.
• 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, documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with LIMS and ERP systems like JD Edwards/Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a QC Laboratory team and oversee daily operations.
• Support 24/7 manufacturing by prioritizing workflow and resources.
• Perform and interpret analytical testing with listed instruments.
• Oversee organic analytical and wet chemistry testing of materials.
• Review data, authorize releases, and maintain data integrity.
• Lead root cause investigations, CAPA, and improvements.
• Maintain lab documentation, SOPs, and ISO/QMS compliance.
• Manage resources, training, and performance to support production.

Skills

Laboratory leadership

Quality systems

Analytical troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

BS or MS in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

GC-MS

FT-IR

UV-Vis

Karl Fischer

NMR

Viscometer

LIMS

JD Edwards / Oracle

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