Overview
Laboratory Manager – Cosmetics Testing
Greater Los Angeles, CA
Are you a skilled analytical chemist with QC/QA experience in regulated environments? Do you have a background in management and leadership? VRS is looking for a Laboratory Manager to run is chemistry testing site operations for a leading North American cosmetics and supplements testing company.
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain quality standards for chemical testing operations
- Present and communicate data reports and protocols to upper management
- Manage laboratory adherence to internal SOPs and regulations (e.g., GLP, cGMP, ISO, FDA)
- Serve as a technical expert for client inquiries; assist in developing and writing laboratory methods and SOPs
Candidate Qualifications
- Minimum of a BS degree in Chemistry or a related field
- 4+ years of industry experience in the cosmetic / supplements industry or a related field in a regulatory or QC/QA capacity
- Hands-on experience with HPLC, ICP-MS, LC/MS, GC/MS, and/or FTIR for product testing and QA (ideally for cosmetics, food, or environmental samples)
- Excellent communication and organization skills
Salary:
- $75-95K
- Full health benefits package
- Retirement benefits