QC Lab Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Merck & Co.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc. in Mesa, AZ seeks a QC Lab Supervisor to lead the 3rd shift, supervise chemists and technicians, ensure SOP adherence, and coordinate data analysis for production support. This role emphasizes safety, training, and process optimization.

The supervisor coordinates day-to-day QC activities, evaluates staff performance, and ensures quality systems are followed while driving efficiency in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Chemistry or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in an analytical lab.
• At least 3 years of lab supervisory and statistical experience.
• Excellent communication skills across organization levels.
• Able to work third shift 8pm–6:30am, Mon-Thu.
• Experience with MS Access and SQL Server.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day laboratory operations and prioritize workloads.
• Analyze QC samples with chemists to support production.
• Be main contact to support manufacturing and engineering processes.
• React to non-standard, OOC and OOS conditions from manufacturing.
• Promote and enforce safety and EHS practices.
• Support R&D metrology with GR&R and instrument troubleshooting.
• Train and mentor QC chemists as needed.
• Maintain instrument health and arrange maintenance.
• Handle order administration for the lab areas.
• Conduct performance reviews and scheduling.

Skills

Analytical lab experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Shift flexibility

Education

BA/BS in Chemistry or related field

Tools

MS Access

SQL Server

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Position Overview

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe. We have an exciting opportunity at our Mesa, AZ facility for a QC Lab Supervisor!

The Role

This working Supervisor role is to supervise and coordinate all QC lab activities within his/her area. Reviewing data produced by the chemists and technicians, enforcing PPE rules, ensuring that SOP's are followed for analysis and data manipulation, evaluating the skills of chemists and technicians in the lab and giving inputs for the performance review process.

This position will supervise our 3rd shift operations. Must be able to work Monday thru Thursday 8pm to 6:30am, 4 day, 10 hour schedule.

Company Overview

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A. fuels innovation in the semiconductor industry-where chemistry meets technology. Our advanced materials and formulations enable manufacturers to build the microchips that power Artificial Intelligence, computers, electric vehicles, smartphones, and more.

We're a global business-to-business supplier of chemical formulations and advanced materials used for manufacturing and packaging semiconductors. Our chemical formulations allow top manufacturers to produce microchips that both power and connect our digital world. Think you've got what it takes to build a more connected world? Then connect with us today and challenge the boundaries of what's possible-for the world and your future.

We have six U.S. manufacturing and Research & Development facilities, located in: Mesa, Arizona; Castroville, California; Hollister, California; Carrollton, Texas; and North Kingstown, Rhode Island-each offering unique local experiences, from vibrant cultural scenes to historic charm.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of "giving our world more smiles." Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

Key responsibilities for this role include

• Manage day to day laboratory operations and prioritize workloads to meet business needs
• Analyzing QC samples, working side by side with chemist in support of production
• Be a main point of contact to support manufacturing and engineering process requirements
• React, respond and report out non-standard, OOC and OOS conditions generated from all levels of the manufacturing process
• Promote, improve and enforce safety by supporting current practices, engaging new innovative development and administer all aspects of safety by supporting EHS
• Supporting R&D metrology with personnel for GR&R, training and instrument troubleshooting to flawlessly implement and maintain analytical methods
• Support and drive management of change from beginning to end
• Responsible for training and/or mentoring to develop QC Chemists' personnel needs
• Administrating and promoting instrument health, maintenance, calibration and outside service support
• Order administration for your areas of responsibility
• Evaluation and Performance reviews with personnel under your supervision
• Responsible for overall, scheduling of your areas personnel to cover company requirements
• Ensure the team is functionally cohesively and maintaining good working relationship with all other departments and team members

REQUIREMENTS

• BA/BS degree in Chemistry or related degree a technical field such as Biochemistry, Biology, Physics or Mathematics, and a minimum of 5 years of experience working in an analytical lab
• 3 years of previous lab supervisory and statistical experience required.
  Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and within different functional groups
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment to include multi-tasking and handling constant changes in priorities
  Database administration experience to include MS Access and SQL Server
• Experience with Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work third shift. Monday thru Thursday 8pm to 6:30am, 4 day, 10 hour schedule.
  This is a safety-sensitive position that requires candidates to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening prior to employment. One of the essential job functions is the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

We value a professional, adaptable, and collaborative work environment. The following competencies are essential for success in any role and reflect our commitment to effective teamwork, problem solving, and workplace communication.

• Resilience -Ability to adapt to workplace challenges, maintain professionalism, and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Communication -Capacity to clearly and professionally exchange ideas, interact respectfully with colleagues and customers, and foster positive workplace relationships.
• Reasoning & Decision Making -Ability to analyze information, follow verbal and written instructions, and make logical, sound decisions.
• Comprehension -Capability to understand and complete tasks as assigned and solve problems effectively.
• Organizational Skills - Competence in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy, and staying focused despite potential workplace distractions.

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ([e-mail]).