Chemical Laboratory Supervisor

YAGEO Jobs • Simpsonville, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

KEMET Electronics Corporation, a YAGEO Group company, is seeking a Chemical Laboratory Supervisor for its Simpsonville, SC location. This is an onsite role. The Chemical Laboratory Supervisor is responsible for leading laboratory operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality analytical testing. This testing supports material characterization, process development, manufacturing support, quality assurance, and customer investigations. The role involves providing technical leadership, managing laboratory personnel and resources, developing analytical capabilities, and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with elemental, molecular, and materials characterization techniques such as ICP, XRF, GC-MS, IC, FTIR, and related analytical tools, coupled with a strong aptitude for scientific problem-solving and continuous learning. Experience with powder characterization techniques (specific surface area, particle size distribution) and thermal analysis techniques (DTA, TGA, DSC) is highly desirable.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Chemistry, Analytical or polymer Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of laboratory experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry, laboratory operations and chemical safety.
• Demonstrated experience in method development, troubleshooting, and technical problem solving.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Nice To Haves

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or a related scientific discipline is a strong plus.
• Experience with advanced powder, polymer, and materials characterization techniques.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, product development, or failure analysis activities.
• Experience with powder characterization techniques such as specific surface area, particle size distribution.
• Experience with different thermal analysis techniques like DTA, TGA, DSC.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily laboratory operations, personnel, workload planning, and testing priorities.
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of analytical data, technical reports, and investigation findings.
• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, validate, and implement analytical methods, laboratory procedures, and best practices.
• Oversee laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and service programs.
• Evaluate, justify, and implement new analytical technologies and laboratory capabilities.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop laboratory personnel.
• Support R&D, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, customers, and reliability-related investigations.
• Drive continuous improvement in laboratory capabilities, operational efficiency, turnaround time, and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork
• Inclusive company culture built on respect, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities with access to training, and mentorship
• Work–life balance support through flexible practices and employee wellness initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and employee programs
• Global impact by contributing to sustainable solutions and industry-leading technologies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager