• Chemist

    Actalent (Elwood, KS)


    Job Title: ChemistJob Description

     

    We are seeking a dedicated Chemist to join our laboratory team. This role involves maintaining the cleanliness of the laboratory, performing various chemical analyses, and supporting the quality assurance process. As a Chemist, you will have the opportunity to grow within a small, close-knit team while enjoying the benefits of being part of a larger organization.

    Responsibilities

    + Clean the laboratory by emptying trash, wiping countertops, cleaning sinks, sweeping, and mopping floors.

    + Clean scales, hoods, and the refrigerator on a weekly basis.

    + Review laboratory notebooks of fellow chemists promptly.

    + Perform wet chemical and instrumental analysis of blends using established methods.

    + Conduct microbial plate count testing as needed.

    + Review, approve, and interpret data before reporting to Quality Assurance.

    + Maintain laboratory notebooks and other documentation accurately.

    + Assist in creating and reviewing reformulation calculations before submission to production.

    + Support Quality Assurance with paperwork, forms, and standard operating procedures.

    + Complete weekly inventory of analytical standards, solvents, pH buffers, and microbial plates.

    + Assist with annual preventive maintenance of laboratory instruments.

    + Coordinate with the deionized water equipment supplier for service and repairs.

    Essential Skills

    + 0-2 years of experience in a chemistry laboratory.

    + Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Biology, or equivalent lab experience.

    + Experience with routine lab and analytical operations.

    + Knowledge of GC and HPLC preferred.

    + Understanding of algebraic calculations and weights and measurements.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience in quality control processes.

    Work Environment

    You will work within a small laboratory team, currently consisting of one other individual. We are looking to expand by adding two more members. The work hours are flexible, allowing you to start anytime between 6:30 am and 7:30 am and work for 8.5 hours a day, including a lunch break. Enjoy the close-knit feel of a small team with the advantages of big company benefits.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elwood, KS.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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 Elwood,KS.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 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.