QC Laboratory Supervisor (2nd shift)

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day 1

Paid volunteer time

PTO + WTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) seeks a QC Laboratory Supervisor (2nd shift) to lead the Quality Control Lab in Grand Rapids, MI. The role focuses on ensuring accurate testing, safety, and regulatory compliance in a cGMP environment.

Hours are 4:00 pm to 12:30 am, Monday–Friday, with weekend support as needed. You will supervise staff, prioritize work, maintain training records, and drive investigations and CAPAs while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related discipline with at least 5 years pharmaceutical or testing experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Manage day to day prioritization of routine, in-process, stability, and finished product work.
• Supervises lab personnel, including staff performance and scheduling for coverage.
• Maintain working schedule of all work flowing through the QC Analytical Lab.
• Comply with laboratory safety guidelines; inform management of safety concerns.
• Lead training of all new employees and maintain training records.
• Support OOS system, Laboratory Investigations, CAPAs, and non-conformances.
• Work with management to deliver staff performance evaluations and goal setting.
• Oversee laboratory chemical and equipment use; maintain aseptic technique.
• Independently author or edit internal test methods and SOPs.

Skills

Leadership

Staff scheduling

Laboratory safety

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and related discipline

Tools

HPLC

UHPLC

UPLC

GC

UV-Vis

FTIR

Job description

Description

QC Laboratory Supervisor (2nd shift)

Agility, Impact, Methodology. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where agility, adaptability, and high standards go hand in hand? Are you driven to make a meaningful impact, whether through your work, your support of others, or your commitment to your community? Are you motivated by a disciplined, science-based approach that ensures consistent excellence, safety, and integrity in everything you do? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day!

Overview of this Position:

The Quality Control Laboratory Supervisor supports and manages quality systems as they relate to the manufacturing and testing of cGMP drug products.

Hours for this position are 4:00 pm to 12:30 am, Monday - Friday with weekend support necessary depending on the production schedule.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and/or other related discipline (e.g. Biochemistry, Biotechnology) a minimum of 5 years pharmaceutical or testing experience.
• Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Requirements:

• Knowledge of physical, chemical, and instrumental analysis of raw material, active pharmaceutical ingredients, excipients and finished pharmaceutical products.
• Experience with various types of laboratory instruments including: HPLC, UHPLC, UPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, etc.
• Candidate should understand and have experience with pharmaceutical manufacturing and analytical laboratories in regulated environments under FDA, ICH, and EMA guidelines.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Manage day to day prioritization of routine, in-process, stability, and finished product work.
• Supervises lab personnel, including staff performance and creation of staff schedules to ensure over-time/weekend coverage for manufacturing support.
• Work with management to maintain working schedule of all work flowing through the QC Analytical Lab.
• Comply with all laboratory safety guidelines, both written and implied. Inform management of any safety concerns.
• Lead training of all new employees and maintain all training documentation via current system.
• Support the OOS system, Laboratory Investigations, and assist in any related CAPAs, non-conformances, etc.
• Work with management to deliver staff performance evaluations, develop individual goals, address performance and progress via routine 1x1 meetings.
• Oversight of all laboratory chemical and equipment use.
• Establish and maintain good technique with regards to working in an aseptic environment.
• Independently author or edit internal test methods and standard operating procedures.

Full job description available during formal interview process.

What Sets GRAM Apart from Other Employers:

• BENEFITS starting day 1: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying a portion of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums!
• Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!
• PAID TIME OFF: You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs! PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 104 hours of paid time off per calendar year, with this amount being prorated your first year. WELLNESS TIME OFF (WTO): In addition to PTO, employees earn 1 hour of wellness time off for every 30 hours worked, to use how you choose.
• PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 10 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility!
• PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.