Quality Control Manager

Quality Control Manager-Gaylord Chemical Co., LLC

The Quality Control Manager position is a leadership position in the Gaylord Quality Control Laboratory with has overall responsibility for the integrity of lab data, instrument validation and maintenance, and oversight of the quality control chemist’s work practices and training.

Specific Responsibilities include:

· Training of lab personnel and maintenance of training records

· The identification, evaluation, and potential implementation of new analytical methods to support Quality Control and release of Gaylord Chemical Company’s product line.

· Overseeing or performing analytical method development, validation, and training associated with new analytical methods.

· Optimization of existing analytical methods which have become outdated.

· Development of -and adherence to- the annual Quality Control lab budget

· Regular reporting to management of quality trends and potential areas for improvement

· Leadership of quality improvement projects

· Investigation of -and reporting on- relevant quality incidents and complaints

· Review and approval of QC data

· Support of the Quality Assurance Manager during audits of the GMP quality system.

· Interpretation of analytical chemistry data and a willingness to continually improve quality control practices.

The Quality Control Manager is also responsible for the continuous improvement of overall product, packaging, and raw material quality associated with its non-GMP product line. Specific responsibilities include:

· Management / Maintenance of the ISO 9001 Quality System.

· Oversight of ISO QMS consultants and subject matter experts.

· Management of customer audits and internal / external audits of the ISO Quality system.

· Fulfillment of customer document requests associated with the ISO Quality System.

· Regular ISO quality system reporting to senior management.

In every aspect of the position, the Quality Control Manager must be thorough and conscientious, with a focus on detail in her / his work. Beyond this, the Quality Control Manager must focus on improving the effectiveness of our quality control processes

Qualifications

· Bachelors Science in Chemistry or closely related 4-year technical degree

· Training in general laboratory practices that are recognized as acceptable best practices by the industry. This includes but is not limited to sampling technique, personal protective equipment,

industrial hygiene, instrument/test calibration, use of standard samples, sample preparation and sample disposal.

· Greater than five (5) year’s proven excellence in an applied analytical chemistry lab setting is required, with hands-on experience with analytical method development and validation.

· A broad experience base with common instrumental analytical equipment (HPLC, GC, GC/MS, ICP, Karl Fisher, UV/VIS) and wet chemical (titration, specific gravity) tests is an important requirement in the position.

· Experience with regulated pharmaceutical quality systems is preferred.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills.

· Thorough understanding of analytical chemistry and Quality Control practices.

· Strong computer skills in spreadsheet, word-processing, laboratory data management software. Experience with Quality Management software / tools (such MiniTab®, SAS) is an advantage.

· Excellent team skills and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to identify problems or potential problems and develop and implement solutions.

· Attention to detail

· Self-starter

· Works with minimal supervision

· Innovative/creative

· Flexible/ adaptable

Physical Requirements

· Squatting, sitting, bending, pushing, walking 8-10 hours per day.

· Able to lift 25lbs

· Daily exposure to production environment.

Gaylord Chemical is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tuscaloosa, AL 35401: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Quality Control Manufacturing Lab: 5 years (Required)
• ISO 9001: 2 years (Required)
• Chemistry, manufacturing & controls: 5 years (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location