Laboratory Manager - Analytical; QC

CareerNerds, LLC; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerNerds, LLC seeks a seasoned QC Laboratory Lead to direct a 24/7 analytical team in a chemical manufacturing setting. You will manage daily operations, mentor staff, review data for release, and drive continuous improvement while partnering with Production to uphold quality and efficiency.

The ideal candidate holds a BS or MS in Chemistry with 5+ years in analytical/QC labs and at least 3 years in leadership, plus hands-on use of analytical instruments, LIMS, and JD Edwards ERP systems in

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry with 5+ years of Analytical/QC lab experience in chemical or related manufacturing.
• Minimum 3+ years proven laboratory leadership, problem-solving, and CI skills.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation and testing methods.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, quality management, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a QC Laboratory team while managing daily operations.
• Support 24/7 manufacturing by prioritizing workflow and resources for timely results.
• Perform and interpret analytical testing using HPLC, GC, GC-MS, FT-IR, UV-Vis, etc.
• 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 activities, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, SOPs, methods, specs, and ISO/QMS compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Analytical testing

Quality systems

ISO 9001 knowledge

Education

BS in Chemistry

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