Job Title: QC Supervisor

Job Description: Element Staffing is recruiting for a QC Supervisor for a growing custom chemical manufacturer in North Houston. The QC Supervisor will play a key role in the analytical evaluation and testing of chemical products and raw materials. This role ensures consistent product quality through routine and non-routine testing, maintaining detailed laboratory records, and supporting compliance with ongoing quality and safety standards. In addition, supporting Operators and Lab Technicians, managing sample flow, and contributing to continuous improvement in lab operations will be key requirements for this role. This job is open to local candidates only.

Duties/Responsibilities/Qualifications:

• Regularly perform chemical, physical, and instrumental testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products in accordance with SOPs and industry standards by use of GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, Viscosity, and wet chemical methods.
• Maintain sample inventory, log incoming materials, prepare shipments, and organize retention samples per established protocols.
• Ensure accurate sample tracking and chain of custody documentation.
• Maintain records of test data, observations, and results in lab notebooks, LIMS, or electronic documentation systems.
• Adhere to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Prepare Certificates of Analysis (CoA) and other regulatory documentation.
• Conduct audits of laboratory data and reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Support internal audits, inspections, and investigations related to out-of-specification (OOS) results and non-conformances.
• Assist in implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments (e.g., HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, titrators.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and escalate concerns as necessary to ensure continuous lab function.
• Participate in qualification and validation of instruments and test methods.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, cGMP, EPA, OSHA) and internal quality systems.
• Mentor and train Production Operators and Junior Lab Technicians, promoting best practices and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Promote a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement within the lab team.

Additional Information:

• Years of Experience: 5-10+ years
• Education: AS/BS Science preferred or equivalent industry experience
• Shift/Travel: M-F, days
• Compensation: DOE
• Assignment Type: Direct Hire