Head of Analytical Lab at Chewy

Plantation, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Analytical Laboratory, HPLC, GC/MS, Viscometer, Osmometer, Automated Colony Counter, SOPs, People Management, Regulatory Requirements, Analytical Testing, LIMS, Chromatography Data Systems, Attention to Detail, Problem-Solving, Safety Culture, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Retail

Description

Our Opportunity: Chewy’s mission is to be the most trusted and convenient online destination for pet parents and partners everywhere. The Chewy Health team is focused on building and creating new capabilities that will redefine Pet Healthcare in the U.S. Join us to be part of an exciting journey in a fast growing and innovative team to bring the vision to life. We are looking for an experienced Head of Analytical Lab to join the Healthcare team in our Plantation, FL office. In this leadership role, you will play a pivotal part in the design, commissioning, and daily operations of our fully equipped analytical laboratory. You will work cross-functionally with the design and engineering team and broader customers to establish, build, and manage the lab to the highest standards of excellence. Does this sound like you? If so, we would love to hear from you! Come run with the Pack! What You'll Do: Assist with the commissioning and setup of a fully equipped analytical laboratory, including instrumentation such as HPLC, GC/MS, Viscometer, Osmometer, Automated Colony Counter, and other technologies. Establish, implement, and maintain laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent, compliant practices. Recruit, supervise, and develop a high-performing team. Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring adherence to cGLP, cGMP, and other applicable regulations. Direct and support laboratory staff in the testing of APIs, excipients, in-process materials, finished products, stability samples and microbial monitoring. Guide method development and validation activities on new products. Promote a strong culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement. Manage laboratory scheduling and resource allocation. Serve as laboratory representative during internal and external audits and inspections. What You'll Need: Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutics, or a related scientific discipline. 8+ years of experience in an analytical laboratory environment; including at least 4+ years in cGLP, cGMP, or pharmaceutical testing. Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation (e.g. HPLC, GC, Viscometer, Osmometer, Automated Colony Counter) and authoring SOPs. Strong people management skills with a proven ability to lead teams in fast-paced, results-driven environments. In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements, including cGLP, cGMP, ICH, FDA, and USP standards. Demonstrated success in managing and executing analytical testing with exceptional attention to detail. Proficiency with LIMS and chromatography data systems. Strong ownership, urgency, and drive. Excellent written, verbal, analytical and problem-solving skills. Bonus: Masters or PhD in Chemistry, Science, Pharmacy, or Pharmaceutical Engineering Strong understanding or experience in the Animal Health Industry 503A/B Compounding Knowledge Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact CAAR@chewy.com. To access Chewy's Customer Privacy Policy, please click here. To access Chewy's California CPRA Job Applicant Privacy Policy, please click here.

Responsibilities

Assist with the commissioning and setup of a fully equipped analytical laboratory and oversee day-to-day laboratory operations. Direct and support laboratory staff in testing and ensure adherence to regulatory standards.