Scale-up Engineer

Jobtailor; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in the United States is seeking a Scale-Up Lab Quality Engineer to promote efficient product scale-ups and support continuous improvement projects. You will supervise quality control functions for final products and lab equipment and ensure tests are completed on time to meet specifications.

Role requires a BS or MS in chemistry or chemical engineering with 7+ years (or 3+ with MS) of relevant experience, plus Six Sigma Green Belt training.

Qualifications

• BS or MS with significant experience in scale-up labs or QA in manufacturing.
• Experience applying continuous improvement methods (Six Sigma Green Belt).
• Strong data analysis and ability to draft clear reports.
• Solid understanding of laboratory testing and calibration practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support quality control testing for scale-up products and labs.
• Ensure tests meet specifications and are completed on time.
• Develop and maintain inspection reports and data records.
• Support ISO Management Systems and safety procedures.
• Oversee calibration, aging studies, and batch testing as needed.
• Identify improvements and communicate compliance concerns promptly.

Skills

Quality Control Functions

Continuous Improvement Methodology

Data Analysis

Laboratory Environment Knowledge

ISO Management Systems

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

MS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lotus Notes

Laboratory Equipment

Quality Control Software

Job description

• Work in the Scale Up Laboratory to promote efficient product scale-ups and support continuous improvement projects
• Provide support to the Scale-Up Lab by supervising and performing quality control functions for final products and laboratory equipment
• Ensure required Scale-Up Lab tests are accurately completed on time and meet defined specifications
• Supervise or perform batch testing to understand product and process characteristics and cause-and-effect relationships
• Evaluate data and draft reports, including deviations from standards
• Follow material test methods and maintain test data for review
• Schedule aging studies and report generated data
• Develop and maintain inspection reports
• Support ISO Management Systems and Safety Systems
• Maintain calibration of quality control equipment
• Manage raw material storage, inventory reporting, labeling, utilization, and storage procedures
• Perform regular 5S audits of the laboratory and report results
• Oversee storage and disposal of testing materials according to internal procedures
• Work with the Scale-up team on batch making and troubleshooting
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, company standards, and specifications
• Identify quality control improvements and implement new methods
• Communicate quality or compliance concerns urgently
• Maintain good housekeeping and safety practices

Requirements

• BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry and more than 7 years of relevant experience, or MS and more than 3 years of relevant experience
• Effective exposure to and training in Continuous Improvement Methodology, similar to Six Sigma Green Belt
• Thorough engineering and application knowledge
• Ability to develop structure-property relationships
• Solid understanding of key plant processes at primary manufacturing locations; experience preferable
• Well-developed communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to analyze and interpret information
• Practical understanding and working knowledge of a laboratory environment
• Ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats
• Ability to work in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws
• Ability to work in a high-paced, multitask environment
• High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to read, write, and follow written or verbal instructions
• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Well-organized and detail oriented
• Self-motivated
• Demonstrated capacity with Microsoft Office products, Lotus Notes, and other critical computer applications

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Quality Control, Continuous Improvement Methodologies, and laboratory practices, with a strong focus on compliance and data analysis. Proficient in managing scale-up processes and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Quality Control Functions
• Continuous Improvement Methodology
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Laboratory Environment Knowledge
• ISO Management Systems

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Chemical Engineering
• Quality Control
• Batch Testing
• Data Evaluation
• Material Test Methods
• Calibration of Equipment
• 5S Audits
• Process Characterization
• Structure-Property Relationships
• Inventory Management

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Self-Motivation
• Detail Oriented

Certifications & Qualifications

• Six Sigma Green Belt

Industry Keywords

• Scale-Up Laboratory
• Compliance
• Safety Systems
• Federal and State Laws
• Continuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Lotus Notes
• Laboratory Equipment
• Quality Control Software