QC Lab Supervisor

PHIBRO ANIMAL HEALTH CORP; Willow Island (WV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Phibro Animal Health Corporation in Willow Island, WV seeks a Finished Product QC Lab Supervisor to lead daily QC operations in a FDA-regulated manufacturing environment. You will oversee staff, testing, data integrity, and regulatory support to ensure accurate, timely results and compliance with cGMP and Phibro quality systems.

Join a team focused on product quality, method validation, and continuous improvement while maintaining inspection readiness and coordinating with cross-functional

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of relevant scientific experience, with 4+ years in a regulated setting.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, cGMP, ICH, USP, GMP/GLP/GDP.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct laboratory testing and projects supporting production and regulatory submissions.
• Set priorities, assign work, manage resources and timelines.
• Review data, reports, and product-disposition recommendations for accuracy and compliance.
• Provide technical oversight for laboratory methods and equipment.
• Ensure testing and documentation comply with FDA cGMP and data-integrity standards.
• Maintain inspection readiness and manage deviations and CAPAs.
• Oversee method validation, verification, transfer, and lifecycle management.
• Communicate lab status, risks, and recommendations to management and partners.

Skills

Leadership & mentoring

Project management

Analytical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Biotechnology or related field

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV/VIS

FTIR

LIMS

Empower CDS

Minitab

JDE

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About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,400 employees worldwide.

At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.

If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

TheQC Lab Supervisoris an integral part of our Qualityteam based out of our US - Willow Island, WV site.

The Finished Product Quality Control Laboratory Supervisor leads daily QC operations in an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment. This role oversees staff, resources, analytical testing, data integrity, inspection readiness, continuous improvement, and regulatory support to ensure accurate, timely results and compliance with cGMP, FDA, and Phibro quality systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and direct laboratory testing, studies, and projects supporting production, product release, stability, validation, and regulatory submissions.
• Set priorities, assign work, manage resources and timelines, and ensure effective use of personnel and equipment.
• Review data, reports, protocols, and product-disposition recommendations for scientific accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Provide basic HR support. Lead, coach, train, and evaluate laboratory personnel; maintain staff competency, development, and safe working practices.
• Provide technical oversight for laboratory methods and equipment, including HPLC, GC, UV/VIS, FTIR, balances, pH meters, titrations, sieves, and ovens.
• Ensure testing and documentation comply with FDA cGMP, GMP/GLP/GDP principles, SOPs, specifications, and data-integrity requirements.
• Maintain inspection readiness and oversee deviations, OOS or atypical results, nonconformances, CAPAs, and effectiveness checks.
• Oversee method validation, verification, transfer, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure instruments are suitable, qualified, calibrated, maintained, and used in accordance with approved procedures.
• Evaluate SOPs, protocols, studies, and regulatory documentation with appropriate functions to support compliant, efficient operations and required changes.
• Support preparation and review of regulatory documents, including Annual Product Reviews, VMFs and NADAs.
• Communicate laboratory status, risks, findings, and recommendations clearly to management, staff, customers, vendors, and external partners.
• Prepare audit-ready technical reports and presentations, present data-based recommendations, and participate in internal and external audits.Monitor scientific, industry, and regulatory developments and implement appropriate changes.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Product Development, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and external laboratories on product release, investigations, troubleshooting, method transfers, specifications, and projects.
• Enforce laboratory safety, chemical-handling, waste-management, and applicable aseptic practices; ensure hazards and incidents are promptly addressed.
• Support budgeting, workforce planning, performance reviews, personnel recommendations, and department goals.
• Anticipate operational issues, recommend solutions, and assume delegated manager responsibilities when needed.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a related field with 7–10 years of relevant scientific experience; alternatively, 12 or more years of related laboratory experience. The above should include 4 or more years in a regulated environment and preferably 2 or more years in a supervisory role.

Technical Skills Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to lead analysts, manage complex priorities, develop staff, and deliver results consistent with Phibro values.
• Proficiency with HPLC, GC, UV/VIS, FTIR, and common laboratory equipment and techniques.
• Working knowledge of FDA regulations, cGMP, ICH, USP, and GMP/GLP/GDP documentation and data-integrity practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Minitab, Empower CDS, JDE, LIMS, and electronic laboratory records.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, problem-solving, and continuous-improvement skills.

To learn more about Phibro Animal Health's competitive benefits package, please click here: Phibro Benefits

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit:Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition
Division:Animal Health & Nutrition
Department:Quality
Location:US - Willow Island, WV
Work Schedule:Monday - Friday (Standard Work hours)