Analytical Chemistry Lab Manager

Our client is a privately held chemical manufacturer that is looking to hire a new Analytical Chemistry Lab Manager (Quality Control Manager) for their plant in the Charlotte NC area. Candidates must currently be managing a team of 5 or more chemical laboratory personnel. This job is on site at the plant, 5 days per week. This is a full-time permanent placement job with benefits.

This is NOT a contract assignment.

• Oversee the efficient daily operations of the quality control lab team while helping Operations to maintain effective and reliable production
• Lead, coach and inspire a team of technicians, chemists and scientists to deliver timely and reliable quality data to support 24/7 chemical operations
• Recruit, develop, and retain top technical talent while supporting the team’s professional growth
• Implement training programs to assess competency before authorizing independent responsibility
• Cultivate a healthy, engaging team environment that supports employee development and drives sustained productivity
• Collaborate cross-functionally with EHS, Operations, Supply Chain, Customer Success, R&D, Product Development, Sample Room, Quality Assurance, etc., to support process improvements and business goals
• Track supplier performance and provide regular feedback to Supply Chain to drive improved raw material supply
• Drive improvements in accuracy and precision in required test methods, and develop new/improved methods as needed
• Support participation in ISO
  9001, ISO
  14001, and ISO
  45001

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Food Science, Biochemistry, or similar. MS Preferred.
• 5+ years of laboratory work experience and minimum 3+ years managerial experience
• 5+ years quality control and analytical chemistry experience doing method development and validations in a GMP Manufacturing environment.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent DMAIC process excellence capability
• Experience working with external testing laboratories and contract manufacturing partners is highly desirable
• Extensive experience running analytical equipment including and not limited to HPLC, GC, FTIR

• Proven expertise in leading a Quality Control laboratory in the chemical industry
• Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership capabilities, including mentoring, project management, and cross-functional influence
• Keen ability to troubleshoot and solve problems

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals, work instructions, software manuals; ability to draft routine reports and correspondence.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

We offer the successful candidate a competitive compensation package, 401K with company matching portion, generous PTO policy, Health insurance, and much more. Candidates must be authorized to work in the USA. No Visa sponsor ships are being offered.

If you are qualified and interested, please apply today!