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Job Title: Quality Control Chemist

Job Description

The Quality Control Chemist is responsible for conducting wet analyses and physical testing of in-process chemical samples, ranging from raw materials to finished DEET products. The chemist will confidently utilize instruments such as HPLC, GC, Flame AA, KF, and perform titrations. The role involves interpreting, computing, recording, and reporting all test data to production and other relevant personnel using LabWorks. Promptly alerting production and quality management of any suspect test data or deviations is crucial.

Responsibilities

+ Perform wet analyses and physical testing of in-process chemical samples using standard techniques.

+ Utilize instruments including HPLC, GC, Flame AA, KF, and conduct titrations.

+ Interpret, compute, record, and report test data using LabWorks.

+ Alert production and quality management of suspect test data or deviations.

+ Calibrate and maintain analytical equipment as instructed by lab management.

+ Prepare laboratory reagents, standards, and mobile phases as instructed by lab management.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in GMP, analytical chemistry, and quality control processes.

+ Experience with GC, HPLC, and titrations (manual and automated).

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

+ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in wet chemistry within a chemical manufacturing facility.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

+ Associate degree in Chemistry or another science-related field preferred.

Work Environment

The position is based in an older but updated lab, focused on in-process product testing directly from chemical operators. The environment is fast-paced, performing 120 tests per shift with over 300 methods. The lab follows standardized procedures aligned with regulatory agencies, and no R&D is conducted. The shift is 12 hours, from 7pm to 7am, with initial training on the first shift for 2-3 weeks. Long-term opportunities are contingent on the product line's sales performance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Greensboro, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00/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 Greensboro,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.

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.