QC Lab Supervisor

WHO WE ARE

We are a company where people matter. We are family driven. We are financially strong. And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.

BENEFITS

Up to 10% Retirement Contribution $600 per Year Wellness Incentive Two Weeks Starting Paid Time Off Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.

LABORATORY SUPERVISOR

The primary purpose of this position is to supervise QC personnel and administer basic functions of the branch QC laboratory. The position will act as a backup to perform required quality control analysis of incoming, manufactured, and outgoing material. The person will ensure that all QA/QC and Safety and Regulatory practices and procedures are followed. The position is located at Laurens, South Carolina, and primarily manufactures industrial chemicals and defoamers. Primary responsibilities include: Supervisor QC personnel, including but not limited to training, scheduling, coaching, and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning monitoring, appraising job contributions; adhering to policies and procedures. Manage the maintenance of ISO 9001 certification at the Manufacturing Plant. Monitor attendance and ensure compliance with the attendance policy guidelines. Prioritize and direct daily laboratory activities to help meet production requirements. Determine acceptance, production adjustments, or rejection of all finished good material. Determine and ensure instrument maintenance, calibrations, quality control checks, solution preparations and standardization. Complete assignments as directed by the Director of Quality. Backup QC chemists when needed for analysis of incoming, manufactured, and outgoing material and for instrument maintenance, calibration, quality control checks, solution preparation, and standardization. Actively work with production and QC chemists to improve efficiency. Direct and/or prepare laboratory monthly reports and metrics to include a minimum of analysis performed, COA’s, and cost savings measurements. Lead in addressing customer product complaints and returns through investigation of product-related quality complaints. Perform root cause analysis, initiate corrective actions and verification processes for investigations and audit findings. Provide operations with technical assistance in the production of new products and in the resolution of quality problems encountered during daily production, as warranted. Lead customer audits and regulatory inspections. Ensure appropriate coverage of laboratory. Ensure completion of all daily tasks and requests from outside the department. Work in accordance with cGMPs, regulatory requirements and ensure proper laboratory safety and housekeeping practices.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

This position reports to the Director of Quality.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or equivalent and minimum 3 years laboratory experience. Must have good presentation and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate in English. Understanding of cGMP, FDA, USP, SQF, and/or AIB is preferred. Must possess strong people, organizational skills, be self‑motivated and initiate continuous improvement. Must possess a thorough understanding of laboratory safety requirements. Strong laboratory analytical practices and instrument/method trouble shooting skills. Strong computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word, and Excel required. Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit, stand, and climb stairs for up to 12 hours per day. Ability to work in plant where temperatures range from 10 degrees up to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, occasionally. Able to perform tasks requiring good manual dexterity. Occasional turning, twisting, stooping, bending, and reaching. Able to wear a hairnet and beard net, if applicable, with a hard hat. Able to wear goggles for up to 12 hours per day. No exposed jewelry in body piercings when in a GMP production area. Due to safety concerns, the wearing of contact lenses is prohibited.

JOB EXPECTATIONS

Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers. Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required. Review changes/additions with your supervisor. Must be RCRA compliant. Regular attendance is essential. Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned. Work with other staff members to maintain workload balances. Provide back‑up support as necessary. Support effective communication with all Hydrite departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hydritechemicalco