Quality Control Manager

Job ResponsibilitiesResponsible for all laboratory analytical data generated by QC lab to meet cGMP requirements, GDP practices and data integrity practices for raw materials, in-process samples and final products Ensure Production Department receives timely and valid Final Product Quality data Manages laboratory team members Work closely with the Production Engineer, Production Manager & KPC Research & Development on plant and corporate related quality initiatives, projects, and solutions. Gathers quality metrics regularly for use in plant production and trouble shooting Investigates and determines root cause of Out of Specification and failure investigations and communicates to upper management. Provide technical leadership and support to new commercialized manufactured products. Develops capital equipment and operational laboratory budgets Manages equipment service agreements. Performs other duties as assigned QualificationsBachelor's degree in chemistry or engineering; Advanced degree preferred At least three years of experience in an Inorganic &/or Analytical chemistry laboratory environment; Experience with ISO Management systems preferred Prior experience with ICP, HPLC, XRF and Particle Size Analysis/Characterization instrumentation Must be able to troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation Familiarity with Statistical Process Control regarding laboratory analyses Excellent planning, analytical and communications skills Self-starter and problem solver Organized and able to maintain good records Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state, or local law.