Senior QC Lab Lead, 24/7 Analytical Ops

Top Echelon Software, LLC; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC seeks a seasoned QC Laboratory Leader to run a 24/7 analytical environment in a high-demand chemical manufacturing setting. You will direct the team, drive testing programs, and ensure data integrity across ERP/LIMS systems while partnering with Production to sustain quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities include leading investigations, CAPA, method improvements, and compliance with ISO/QMS standards.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry with 5+ years Analytical/Quality Control Laboratory experience in chemical, pharma, or food process manufacturing plants.
• 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 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, 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

Skills

Laboratory leadership

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Team development

Education

BS or MS in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

GC-MS

FT-IR

UV-Vis

Karl Fischer

NMR

Viscometer

LIMS

JD Edwards (Oracle)

ERP systems

Job description

Top Echelon Software, LLC seeks a seasoned QC Laboratory Leader to run a 24/7 analytical environment in a high-demand chemical manufacturing setting. You will direct the team, drive testing programs, and ensure data integrity across ERP/LIMS systems while partnering with Production to sustain quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities include leading investigations, CAPA, method improvements, and compliance with ISO/QMS standards.