Quality Control Laboratory Manager

Quality Control Laboratory Manager

Georgetown, SC (100% Onsite)

$85,000–$120,000 + Relocation Assistance

Full-Time | Direct Hire

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Manager for a direct-hire opportunity with an established specialty chemical manufacturer in Georgetown, SC.

This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing QC laboratory operations supporting a 24/7 manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in analytical chemistry, laboratory management, and quality systems while remaining actively involved in laboratory testing, instrumentation, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving.

The client is open to candidates from specialty chemicals, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and other regulated industries who have relevant analytical chemistry and QC laboratory experience.

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead, mentor, and provide technical direction to QC laboratory personnel.
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• Oversee daily laboratory operations, testing priorities, and sample workflows.
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• Perform and troubleshoot analytical testing using HPLC, GC, GC-MS, FT-IR, UV-Vis, Karl Fischer, NMR, and other laboratory instrumentation.
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• Interpret analytical results and review laboratory data and documentation for technical accuracy.
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• Lead non-conformance investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPA activities.
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• Review and provide technical input on product stability programs, including stability data and analytical trends.
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• Support manufacturing through timely analytical testing, troubleshooting, and resolution of quality issues.
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• Maintain compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and applicable Quality Management System requirements.
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• Develop and maintain SOPs, analytical methods, and laboratory documentation.
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• Support LIMS activities, data integrity, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline.
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• 5+ years of experience in Quality Control, analytical chemistry, or laboratory operations.
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• 2+ years of laboratory leadership or supervisory experience.
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• Strong hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting analytical instrumentation.
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• Demonstrated ability to interpret analytical results, investigate non-conformances, and evaluate laboratory data.
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• Experience with stability programs, quality investigations, and CAPA activities.
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• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, Quality Management Systems, and laboratory compliance.
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• Experience supporting manufacturing or other regulated laboratory environments.
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• Experience with LIMS, JD Edwards (Oracle), or similar systems is a plus.
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📩 If you're an experienced analytical chemist or laboratory leader looking for a hands-on management opportunity, apply today!