• Chemical Operator

    Actalent (Kalamazoo, MI)


    Job Title: Chemical Operator

    Job Description

    As a Chemical Operator, you will perform manufacturing operations in a GMP environment, operating equipment and processing areas to produce APIs, finished products, and intermediates. You will adhere to pre-approved batch records, company policies, and standard operating procedures. Your role includes assuring that all production batch records are completed and signed timely, following operating instructions, and maintaining accurate records. You will conduct all manufacturing operations in compliance with Environmental, Health, Safety, and GMP guidelines, ensuring timely completion to maintain the production schedule.

     

    The shift is 1pm-9pm, Monday-Friday.

    Responsibilities

    + Operate manufacturing equipment and processing areas in a GMP environment.

    + Adhere to pre-approved batch records, company policies, and standard operating procedures.

    + Complete and sign all production batch records in a timely manner.

    + Follow operating instructions and maintain accurate records.

    + Conduct all manufacturing operations according to Environmental, Health, Safety, and GMP guidelines.

    + Perform work in a timely manner to maintain the production schedule.

    + Understand and follow all applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

    + Ensure proper disposal of waste, cleanliness of facility and equipment, and maintenance of appropriate records.

    + Perform minor maintenance activities.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience working in a GMP environment.

    + Knowledge of Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS) guidelines.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

    + Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions and procedures.

    + Capability to identify and record variances to standards and report findings.

    + Competence in using testing equipment safely and efficiently.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, including the ability to maintain an accurate scientific notebook.

    + Experience with chemical processes and chemistry.

    Work Environment

    The position is within a CDMO that performs pre-clinical production for pharmaceutical products. The work environment resembles a small pilot plant production area with two reactors of 80L and 30L capacity. The setting is an aseptic environment, and work is conducted in a laboratory setting. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain more experience within a smaller company, with exposure to various secondary and tertiary duties.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Kalamazoo,MI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 18, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.