QC Chemist As a QC Chemist, you will conduct chemical, physical, and performance testing to support the chemical manufacturing process. You will analyze raw materials, in-process materials, and finished product samples, perform data entry, generate and file records, set up lab equipment, perform calibrations, and recommend/initiate corrective actions for lab and product non-conformance. Responsibilities + Conduct chemical, physical, and performance testing in accordance with established policies and procedures. + Analyze raw materials, in-process materials, and finished product samples. + Perform data entry and generate and file records. + Set up laboratory equipment and perform calibrations. + Recommend and initiate corrective actions for lab and product non-conformance. + Support safety, quality, 5S, ISO, GMP, and housekeeping policies and procedures. + Actively contribute to continuous quality, environmental, and safety improvement processes. + Perform testing including colorimetry, IR, titrations (auto and manual), viscosity, turbidity, digital density, melting and freezing point, GC, LC-MS, and atomic absorption. + Analyze and record data in Excel or SAP. Essential Skills + 4-year Chemistry Degree (zero years of work experience required) OR + 4-year Associated Science Degree with a minimum of 2 years QC work experience OR + 2-year Chemistry or Equivalent Degree with a minimum of 4 years QC work experience. + Self-motivated, results-oriented, and computer literate. + Excellent written and oral communication skills. + Ability to frequently interact professionally with manufacturing personnel regarding quality-related matters. + Familiarity with standard lab methodology and instrumentation. + Technical skills to achieve challenging objectives. + Ability to work effectively individually and in a team environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with analytical chemistry, wet chemistry, gas chromatography, titration, chromatography, ICP, cGMP, pipetting, GC-MS, viscosity, mass spectrometry, biochemistry, batch record analysis, method validation. Work Environment This role is based at the only site in North America, sharing a large campus with BASF. Many employees have been with the company for 20-40 years. The QC lab is a well-sized, climate-controlled, and very clean manufacturing lab. Samples are brought from production to the lab where chemists follow specific protocols for each sample. The QC lab consists of 10-12 individuals, including chemists on each shift, fixed chemists, a Quality Manager, and a Supervisor. You will train on the first shift and then transition to a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (e.g., Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday; Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday). Benefits include a pay increase once brought on permanently, a bonus and merit raise every January, 11 vacation days, 7 floating holidays, and a 6% match on 401k. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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 Cincinnati,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 10, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. 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