Supervisor, Chemistry Laboratory

SGS North America Inc.; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Annual bonus target

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SGS North America Inc. in New Jersey is seeking a senior Laboratory Manager to lead a team of analysts and technicians. You will ensure timely, high-quality chemistry results and maintain compliance with ISO/IEC standards and FDA-regulated GMP/GLP operations.

The role requires extensive hands-on analytical chemistry experience with GC-MS/UPLC-MS/LC/ICP-MS and strong skills in protocol and report writing, plus supervisory background. Competitive compensation accompanies comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science.
• 3+ years in analytical chemistry with safety standards and instrument experience (GC-MS, UPLC-MS, LC and/or ICP-MS).
• 2+ years of protocol and report writing.
• 1-3 years supervisory/Team Lead experience.
• Master's degree in chemistry or related field.
• 3-5 years in FDA-regulated pharma labs with GMP/GLP/GDP.

Responsibilities

• Manages a team of laboratory Analysts and Technicians.
• Ensures on-time and high-quality laboratory results.
• Maintains compliance with ISO-17025, ISO-17020, ISO-9001 and related accreditations.
• Serves as a technical expert for study designs, analytical techniques and data analysis.
• Trains Analysts on techniques and methods of analysis.
• Writes and reviews protocols and client reports, develops SOPs and safety documents as needed.
• Investigates, responds to and follows up on client inquiries and complaints.
• Provides technical support to Marketing, Sales, Customer Service and clients.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Team leadership

Protocol writing

Report writing

Regulatory compliance (FDA GMP/GLP/GDP

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Master's Degree in Chemistry

Tools

GC-MS

UPLC-MS

LC

ICP-MS

Job description

Full-time Compensation: USD 95000 - USD 105000 - yearly

Company DescriptionSGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services. Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

Job Description

• Manages a team of the laboratory Analysts and Technicians.
• Has limited responsibility of direct reports (in conjunction with the Laboratory Manager interviews and selects final candidates, plans and schedules daily work assignments, completes performance evaluations, performance management and disciplinary actions documents for employees).
• Responsible for the on-time and quality of work produced by the Chemistry Laboratory.
• Ensures the laboratory delivers results as scheduled and as agreed with the client.
• Responsible for compliance with ISO-17025 testing laboratory accreditations, ISO-17020 inspection agency accreditations, ISO Guide 65 Product Certification Service accreditations, and ISO-9001, and may contribute to ISO-14001, ANSI Z10-2005 or OHSAS 18001 compliance as applicable.
• Serves as a technical expert for the team in study designs, analytical techniques and analysis of data.
• Trains Analysts on techniques and methods of analysis.
• Writes and reviews protocols and reports, develops, reviews, submits and files reports on client sample tests, correlation tests, calibration, validation and other projects.
• Develops and validates analytical methods, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other operating, safety and quality documents as needed.
• Investigates, responds to and follow-up on client inquiries and complaints.
• Provides technical support to Marketing, Sales, Customer Service and clients regarding testing, reporting or technical inquiries.
• Inputs and maintains technical information to support the laboratory functions/operations.
• Completes laboratory tasks and assignments within tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related sciences discipline
• 3+ years working in an Analytical chemistry setting with experience following strict safety standards with hands-on experience on GC-MS, UPLC-MS, LC and/or ICP-MS instruments
• 2+ year of protocol and report writing experience
• 1-3 years supervisory/Team Lead experience
• Master's degree in Chemistry or related scientific disciplines
• 3-5 years of Pharmaceutical industry experience in FDA regulated labs including GMP/GLP/GDP operations

Additional Information

Salary: $95,000 - $105,000 USD

Our Benefits

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee wellness programs
• Wealth: Competitive pay, 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment), employee referral program, annual bonus target
• Happiness:Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
• Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time)

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.