Senior QC Lab Lead - Analytical Chemistry (24/7)

ExcelliSearch, Inc.; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ExcelliSearch, Inc. is seeking a hands-on QC Laboratory Team Lead to oversee a 24/7 specialty chemical operation in Mount Pleasant, SC.

You will lead a team, ensure timely analytical results, and maintain data integrity across ERP/LIMS while partnering with Production to meet quality and efficiency goals. The role requires 5+ years in analytical/QC labs, 3+ years of leadership, and strong knowledge of ISO 9001, QA systems, and instrumentation.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry or closely related field.
• 5+ years analytical/quality control lab experience in chemical/pharma/food manufacturing.
• 3+ years of proven laboratory leadership and CI experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a QC Laboratory team and manage daily lab operations.
• Support 24/7 manufacturing by prioritizing workflow 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 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 testing

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Quality systems

Education

BS/MS Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

GC-MS

FT-IR

UV-Vis

Karl Fischer

Viscometer

NMR

Job description

ExcelliSearch, Inc. is seeking a hands-on QC Laboratory Team Lead to oversee a 24/7 specialty chemical operation in Mount Pleasant, SC.

You will lead a team, ensure timely analytical results, and maintain data integrity across ERP/LIMS while partnering with Production to meet quality and efficiency goals. The role requires 5+ years in analytical/QC labs, 3+ years of leadership, and strong knowledge of ISO 9001, QA systems, and instrumentation.