Analytical Chemistry Manager

ph3Overview /h3pAt FMC, our employees are guided by our purpose: Innovation for Agriculture, Solutions for the Planet. We provide farmers innovative solutions that increase the productivity and resilience of their land. From our industry-leading pipeline to novel biologicals and precision technologies, we are passionate about the power of science to solve agriculture’s biggest challenges. For more than a century, FMC has successfully delivered some of the industry’s most advanced, innovative solutions that protect farmers’ crops from destructive pests and disease, while also protecting the environment. We are committed to fulfilling our mission of discovering new herbicide, insecticide and fungicide active ingredients, product formulations and pioneering technologies that are consistently better for the planet. /ppLocation: Schaffhausen /ph3Main Responsibilities /h3ulliDefine, implement, and maintain global analytical quality standards, governance, and testing strategies for active ingredient, formulation manufacturing, and externally tolled production. /liliProvide global oversight of analytical quality for toll manufacturing, ensuring consistent application of analytical controls, methods, and quality requirements. /liliLead analytical involvement in the design, setup, and operationalization of the Schaffhausen analytical laboratory, including laboratory strategy, equipment, and capabilities. /liliDrive analytical technology leadership through the evaluation, implementation, and continuous improvement of analytical methods, technologies, and capital projects. /liliOversee the analytical method lifecycle, including method development, validation, transfer, governance, and ongoing performance monitoring. /liliServe as the global escalation point for complex analytical quality issues, supporting investigations, risk mitigation, and resolution across the network. /liliProvide analytical expertise to support intellectual property, brand protection, customer, regulatory, and internal audit activities. /liliLead and develop analytical quality teams through coaching, training, and knowledge sharing, fostering strong scientific expertise and a culture of quality excellence. /li /ulh3Mandatory Requirements /h3ulliBachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline required; Master’s or PhD preferred. /liliMinimum 7 years of experience in analytical chemistry, quality control, or quality assurance within a regulated manufacturing or RD environment. /liliProven leadership in laboratory safety, with a strong track record of establishing and maintaining safe working practices. /liliStrong technical expertise in analytical method development, validation, transfer, and troubleshooting using techniques such as HPLC, GC, LC-MS, GC-MS, IR spectroscopy, and titration. /liliExperience supporting analytical technology transfer, preferably including collaboration with external manufacturing or external manufacturing partners. /liliStrong analytical thinking and sound decision-making skills, with a pragmatic, data-driven approach to problem solving. /liliAbility to interpret and apply complex scientific principles within a global manufacturing and quality environment. /liliEffective communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience working across functions, regions, and cultures. /liliDemonstrated ability to influence, collaborate, and drive results in cross-functional and matrix organizations. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr