Supervisor, QC

About the role

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM PT.

Position Summary

The Supervisor, Quality Control oversees the Quality Control Chemistry Laboratory and Oligonucleotide Quality Control Analytics Laboratory, supporting high-throughput oligonucleotide testing and production activities within regulated quality systems.

The role provides strategic team leadership, coordinates priorities across Quality Control, Manufacturing, Research and Development, and Quality, and drives operational consistency across laboratory teams. This people-management role develops staff, plans capacity and cross-training, and supports resource allocation, investigations, and continuous improvement.

The position requires strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and communication skills in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Primary Duties

• Provide leadership and operational oversight for multiple Quality Control laboratory teams and functional areas
• Assign work, establish priorities, train and mentor staff, support recruiting and succession planning, and evaluate team performance
• Develop and implement mid-term capacity, cross-training, and resource-allocation strategies that align testing activities with production needs
• Oversee analytical testing of chemical products and oligonucleotides using high-performance liquid chromatography, liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry, spectrophotometry, DNA synthesizers, and related laboratory equipment
• Review analytical results against specifications and customer requirements and support product-disposition recommendations
• Oversee investigations, deviation support, risk assessments, technical decisions, and summary reporting with broader impact across Quality Control operations
• Ensure compliant documentation and testing practices under applicable Good Documentation Practice, Good Manufacturing Practice, ISO 9001, and ISO 13485 requirements
• Partner with Manufacturing, Research and Development, Quality, and internal customers to align testing schedules, deadlines, results, and quality expectations
• Author, review, and maintain standard operating procedures, work instructions, safety documentation, and Quality Control records
• Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen safety, efficiency, documentation accuracy, laboratory organization, and operational performance
• Ensure safe handling, labeling, storage, and disposal of samples, reagents, hazardous materials, and waste in accordance with training and policy
• Perform other duties as required or assigned by management to meet business needs

Work Conditions and Environment

• Travel & Time Expectations: Periodic travel to customer, vendor, or company sites as needed to support the business, less than 20%
• Work Setting: Primarily a laboratory and office environment with regular exposure to manufacturing areas and moderate to loud noise levels
• Distinctive Safety Conditions: Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals, materials, and waste requiring adherence to safety precautions, chemical-handling practices, and required training
• Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Laboratory coat, gloves, goggles, closed-toe non-slip shoes, and other personal protective equipment as required by policy and task

Qualifications & Requirements

Knowledge, Experience, Skills, and Certifications

Essential Knowledge and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field
• Hands-on laboratory experience in a regulated Quality Control environment with demonstrated ability to lead laboratory priorities and staff
• Working knowledge of analytical testing for chemical products and oligonucleotides
• Proficiency operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting relevant laboratory equipment, including high-performance liquid chromatography, liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry, spectrophotometers, DNA synthesizers, and pH meters
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Documentation Practice, and quality documentation expectations applicable to laboratory testing
• Ability to review analytical results against specifications and customer requirements and support scientifically sound technical decisions
• Experience supporting investigations, deviations, risk assessments, process improvements, and technical summary reports
• Knowledge of hazardous chemical handling, laboratory safety, personal protective equipment, waste management, and applicable compliance practices
• Demonstrated ability to schedule and prioritize analytical work, manage multiple tasks, and communicate deadlines and results to stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and develop Quality Control staff while promoting consistency, accountability, and safe work practices

Desired Knowledge and Qualifications

• Advanced experience with high-performance liquid chromatography and Quality Control testing in an industry laboratory
• Proficiency with laboratory and business software such as FileMaker Pro, MassLynx, Empower, IFS, and Microsoft Office
• Experience in Good Manufacturing Practice, ISO 9001, or ISO 13485 environments
• Proven success in mentoring, project management, succession planning, and continuous improvement
• Strong understanding of hazardous chemical safety and laboratory compliance

Behavioural and Interpersonal Competencies

• Resonate and operate in line with LGC's core value behaviours: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect
• Apply a strategic and developmental leadership style that promotes growth, accountability, and cross-team consistency
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and written formats with individuals, teams, departments, and organizational units
• Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to evaluate data, investigations, risks, and operational priorities
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Work proactively, independently, and flexibly while engaging stakeholders at the appropriate time
• Collaborate across functions to align Quality Control activities with business, production, and quality expectations

What we offer (US based-employees)

• Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
• FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity programs
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends
• 8 weeks of parental leave for qualifying life event
• Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Companywide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!

• The typical pay range for this role is: Salary Range: $70,304 (Minimum) - $134,653 (Maximum)
• This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for the California -based position. The actual base salary will depend on several factors such as: experience, skills, and location.
• This position requires current U.S. work authorization. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship for temporary visas (including H-1B, H-2B, OPT, O-1, TN)