Lead QC Laboratory Manager - 24/7 Analytical Excellence

The Recruiting Hive; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruiting Hive is seeking a hands-on QC Laboratory Leader for a 24/7 specialty chemical operation in Mount Pleasant, SC. You will lead a small team, manage daily lab operations, and partner with Production to ensure product quality and manufacturing efficiency.

You will perform analytical testing (HPLC, GC, GC-MS, FT-IR, NMR), drive continuous improvement, CAPA, and ensure ISO/QMS compliance. Leadership and strong problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry 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.

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

Job description

The Recruiting Hive is seeking a hands-on QC Laboratory Leader for a 24/7 specialty chemical operation in Mount Pleasant, SC. You will lead a small team, manage daily lab operations, and partner with Production to ensure product quality and manufacturing efficiency.

You will perform analytical testing (HPLC, GC, GC-MS, FT-IR, NMR), drive continuous improvement, CAPA, and ensure ISO/QMS compliance. Leadership and strong problem-solving are essential.