QC Lab Lead – 24/7 Analytical Excellence & Team Growth

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

Job summary

Acloché LLC seeks a hands-on QC Laboratory Leader to head a 24/7 analytical team in a specialty chemical manufacturing setting. You will oversee lab operations, ensure timely analytical results, and partner with Production to sustain product quality and efficiency.

The role requires a BS/MS in Chemistry with 5+ years in analytical/QC and at least 3 years of leadership, plus experience with ISO 9001 and LIMS/JD Edwards or similar ERP systems.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry with 5+ years in analytical/quality control in chemical/pharma/food manufacturing.
• 3+ years of proven laboratory leadership and continuous improvement experience.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC, GC-MS, FT-IR, etc.).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, quality management systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with LIMS and ERP systems such as JD Edwards/Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of QC Laboratory personnel 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, 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

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Data integrity

Education

BS or MS Chemistry

Tools

LIMS

JD Edwards

Oracle ERP

Job description

Acloché LLC seeks a hands-on QC Laboratory Leader to head a 24/7 analytical team in a specialty chemical manufacturing setting. You will oversee lab operations, ensure timely analytical results, and partner with Production to sustain product quality and efficiency.

The role requires a BS/MS in Chemistry with 5+ years in analytical/QC and at least 3 years of leadership, plus experience with ISO 9001 and LIMS/JD Edwards or similar ERP systems.