QC Chemist

Piramal Pharma•Riverview, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Piramal Pharma Solutions’ HPAPI Research and Manufacturing facility (Ash Stevens, LLC) in Riverview, Michigan, is seeking a Quality Control Chemist I to provide analytical chemistry support for the facility. The role supports manufacturing operations by testing raw materials, starting materials, intermediates, and final products as needed to meet production timelines and client requirements. It also performs cleaning verifications on multi-use equipment and testing of reference standards and stability samples. The QC Chemist documents sample preparation, equipment setup, and test results in laboratory notebooks or other appropriate records; verifies data with another quality team member when required; and maintains records in compliance with applicable requirements. The position assists with document revisions and quality unit projects such as supplier certification, method development and validation, and training. It also supports maintenance and calibration of laboratory analytical instruments, laboratory housekeeping, and routine testing and reporting for water systems, including DI, ice, potable, and QC water. The position involves work in or near pharmaceutical research and manufacturing equipment and processes, with potential limited exposure to hazardous chemicals. Required personal protective equipment may include safety glasses, lab coats, gloves, specialized clothing such as a laboratory uniform, and appropriate shoes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or equivalent.
Familiarity with analytical testing and instrumentation.
Excellent organizational and planning skills.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
High attention to detail.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently against multiple deadlines.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in pharmaceutical quality control or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Provide analytical chemistry support for the facility.
Test raw materials and starting materials to support manufacturing timelines.
Perform cleaning verifications on multi-use equipment using approved methods.
Test reference standards and stability samples.
Document sample preparation, equipment setup, and test results in laboratory notebooks or other appropriate test records.
Verify data with a second quality team member when required.
Maintain records as required for compliance.
Test intermediates and final products as needed to meet production timelines and client requirements.
Assist with revisions to documentation.
Participate in quality unit projects, including supplier certification, method development, method validation, and training.
Support maintenance and calibration of laboratory analytical instrumentation.
Maintain the QC laboratory through routine housekeeping and keep personal bench and desk areas organized.
Perform routine testing on DI, ice, potable, and QC water systems as needed, and prepare reports.