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We deliver mission critical genomics to our diverse customer base in molecular diagnostics, pharma/biotech and agrigenomics. Our integrated portfolio of products, services and expertise supports our purpose of Science for a Safer World and we have embodied our mission by working with customers to enable research into life-altering treatment for disease and illness worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organisation.\n Swing Shift Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM PT.\nPosition Summary\nThe 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.\nPrimary Duties\nProvide leadership and operational oversight for multiple Quality Control laboratory teams and functional areas\nAssign work, establish priorities, train and mentor staff, support recruiting and succession planning, and evaluate team performance\nDevelop and implement mid-term capacity, cross-training, and resource-allocation strategies that align testing activities with production needs\nOversee analytical testing of chemical products and oligonucleotides using high-performance liquid chromatography, liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry, spectrophotometry, DNA synthesizers, and related laboratory equipment\nReview analytical results against specifications and customer requirements and support product-disposition recommendations\nOversee investigations, deviation support, risk assessments, technical decisions, and summary reporting with broader impact across Quality Control operations\nEnsure compliant documentation and testing practices under applicable Good Documentation Practice, Good Manufacturing Practice, ISO 9001, and ISO 13485 requirements\nPartner with Manufacturing, Research and Development, Quality, and internal customers to align testing schedules, deadlines, results, and quality expectations\nAuthor, review, and maintain standard operating procedures, work instructions, safety documentation, and Quality Control records\nIdentify and implement process improvements that strengthen safety, efficiency, documentation accuracy, laboratory organization, and operational performance\nEnsure safe handling, labeling, storage, and disposal of samples, reagents, hazardous materials, and waste in accordance with training and policy\nPerform other duties as required or assigned by management to meet business needs\nWork Conditions and Environment\nTravel & Time Expectations: Periodic travel to customer, vendor, or company sites as needed to support the business, less than 20%\nWork Setting: Primarily a laboratory and office environment with regular exposure to manufacturing areas and moderate to loud noise levels\nDistinctive Safety Conditions: Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals, materials, and waste requiring adherence to safety precautions, chemical-handling practices, and required training\n 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\n Knowledge, Experience, Skills, and Certifications\nEssential Knowledge and Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field\nHands-on laboratory experience in a regulated Quality Control environment with demonstrated ability to lead laboratory priorities and staff\nWorking knowledge of analytical testing for chemical products and oligonucleotides\nProficiency operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting relevant laboratory equipment, including high-performance liquid chromatography, liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry, spectrophotometers, DNA synthesizers, and pH meters\nKnowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Documentation Practice, and quality documentation expectations applicable to laboratory testing\nAbility to review analytical results against specifications and customer requirements and support scientifically sound technical decisions\nExperience supporting investigations, deviations, risk assessments, process improvements, and technical summary reports\nKnowledge of hazardous chemical handling, laboratory safety, personal protective equipment, waste management, and applicable compliance practices\nDemonstrated ability to schedule and prioritize analytical work, manage multiple tasks, and communicate deadlines and results to stakeholders\nDemonstrated 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assistance program\nPet Insurance for our furry friends\n8 weeks of parental leave for qualifying life event\nTown Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Companywide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!\nThe typical pay range for this role is: Salary Range: $70,304 (Minimum) - $134,653 (Maximum)\nThis 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.\nThis 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)\nABOUT LGC:\nLGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.\nOUR VALUES\nPASSION\nCURIOSITY\nINTEGRITY\nBRILLIANCE\nRESPECT\nEQUAL OPPORTUNITIES\nLGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. 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