Quality Control Lab Supervisor - Torrance CA

• Lead and supervise the QC Chemists, ensuring optimal performance, productivity, and adherence to quality standards and laboratory procedures.
• Oversee all QC laboratory activities, including raw material, in-process, bulk, finished product, and stability testing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with approved methods and established protocols.
• Develop, implement, and maintain QC policies, procedures, specifications, test methods, and work instructions in compliance with cGMP, FDA, ISO, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve laboratory test results, Certificates of Analysis (CoAs), specifications, and other quality documentation to support the timely disposition and release of materials and products.
• Lead laboratory investigations for out-of-specification (OOS), ensuring root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, R&D, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to address quality issues and drive continuous process improvements.
• Oversee method validations, stability program, and laboratory equipment calibration/maintenance programs to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
• Ensure all QC staff are adequately trained on laboratory procedures, safety requirements, and Good Documentation Practices.
• Monitor laboratory performance through key performance indicators (KPI), identify opportunities for improvement, and implement initiatives to enhance efficiency, productivity, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Support laboratory resources, including staffing, scheduling, workload prioritization, laboratory supplies, equipment, and budget planning to support business objectives.
• Maintain compliance with current cGMP, FDA, ISO, USP, and other applicable regulatory and industry standards, implementing changes as necessary to ensure continued compliance.
• Prepare, analyze, and present laboratory performance reports, quality metrics, trends, and improvement initiatives to senior leadership.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits by providing QC data, records, and responses to audit observations.
• Promote a culture of quality, safety, continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence throughout the QC Laboratory.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline (Master’s degree preferred).
• 5+ years of QC or analytical laboratory experience in a cGMP-regulated environment, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, FDA, ISO, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Experience in cosmetic, OTC drug, pharmaceutical, or personal care manufacturing preferred.
• Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation (e.g., pH meter, Viscometer, FTIR) and method development/validation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite Office.

Physical Requirements:

• Fully on-site position, 5 days a week (Monday through Friday).
• Ability to stand for extended periods while working in the laboratory.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. when handling laboratory equipment or materials.
• Manual dexterity for operating laboratory instruments and handling samples.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including lab coats, gloves, and safety glasses.

What we’re offering:

• Competitive compensation package
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401K program with matching contributions
• The spirit of a startup with the security of an established, profitable industry leader

At Prime, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. Prime is an equal opportunity employer.