Quality Control Chemist

Piramal Pharma Solutions; Riverview (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Piramal Pharma Solutions’ HPAPI Research and Manufacturing facility in Riverview, Michigan is seeking a qualified Quality Control Chemist to join our Quality Control team. The role provides analytical chemistry support for the facility and ensures compliance with FDA, EPA, OSHA and related procedures.

Education includes a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry, with a preference for at least one year in pharmaceutical quality control and familiarity with analytical testing and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry or equivalent.
• One year of experience in pharmaceutical quality control or equivalent preferred.
• Familiarity with analytical testing and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations by testing raw materials and starting materials to meet production 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 lab notebooks; verify data with a second quality team member.
• Test intermediates and final products as required to meet timelines and client requirements.
• Assist in revising documentation as needed.
• Participate in quality unit projects such as supplier certification, methods development, and method validation.
• Provide support in maintenance and calibration of laboratory analytical instrumentation.
• Maintain QC laboratory and keep work areas organized.
• Perform routine testing on water systems and prepare reports.

Skills

Analytical testing

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Quality control

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Tools

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Piramal Pharma Solutions’ HPAPI Research and Manufacturing facility, located in Riverview, Michigan, is seeking a qualified Quality Control Chemist to join our Quality Control team. The Quality Control Chemist is responsible for providing analytical chemistry support for the facility.

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

• Shall adhere to all applicable regulatory requirements, including FDA, EPA, OSHA, and related safety, health and environmental procedures, policies and practices.
• Consistent support and practice of all Piramal Pharma Solutions mission, vision, and values.
• Identify and protect the original technical information as part of the company property.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support manufacturing operations through the testing of raw materials and starting materials as required to meet production timelines.
• Perform cleaning verifications on multi-use equipment using approved methods.
• Test reference standards and stability samples.
• Document sample preparation, equipment set-up, and test results in laboratory notebooks or other appropriate test record forms. Verify data with second quality team member as required. Maintain all records as required to maintain compliance.
• As required, test intermediates and final products to meet production timelines/client requirements.
• Assist in the revision of documentation as required.
• Participate in quality unit projects, including but not limited to supplier certification, methods development, methods validation and training of both quality unit members as appropriate.
• Provide support in the maintenance and calibration of laboratory analytical instrumentation.
• Assist in the maintenance of the QC laboratory through routine housekeeping, as well as keeping personal bench area and desk organized.
• As required, perform routine testing on the water system (DI, ice, potable, and QC water), and prepare reports as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry or equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in pharmaceutical quality control or equivalent is preferred
• Familiarity with analytical testing and instrumentation.

JOB COMPENTENCIES:

• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Demonstrated strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently against multiple deadlines.