What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Chemist position at Actalent?
A leading supplier of naturally derived specialty ingredients and formulations that cater to the evolving needs of industrial and consumer markets. If you are looking to be part of this type of organization apply now to start your process!
Job Description:
- Safely conduct analytical testing by following SOP’s, AOCS, USP/NF or other methods on samples using all instruments in the QC Lab.
- Supervise and train the QC technicians to work safely, to be able to use all the lab equipment, LIMS and other systems so that the lab reports results in a timely way.
- Inspect materials as a review and release to allow operators to carry out Repack activities.
- Have hands on GC instrument operation, empower software quantitation and calibration for volatile chemicals.
- Maintain and troubleshoot the lab instruments.
- Ensure the lab equipment is within calibration and good record keeping of this is maintained so results are always validated.
- Investigate, or help to investigate, any Out of Specification results obtained in the QC lab, as well as assist with customer complaint investigations, so that anomalies are corrected.
- Order supplies and maintain inventory of all needed chemicals, consumables or parts to ensure readiness for timely sample preparation and testing.
- Prepare stock lab solutions if they are not commercially available. Keep records of the COAs and documentation which arrive with supplies.
- Maintain good safe housekeeping, contribute to overall cleaning, glassware washing and organization as well as maintaining retains and their proper storage, so the lab functions well.
Additional Skills & Qualifications :
- AOCS or USP/NF Testing experience.
- Must obtain Bachelor's in chemistry or releated field
- LIMS experience.
- cGMP and ISO 9000 lab experience.
- Must have two years of experience using Analytical Instruments such as HPLC and GC as well as wet chemistry techniques.
- Must have good organizational and record keeping skills, ability to make decisions based on results and prioritize lab needs and daily work.
- Must be able to distinguish colors and olfactory results to given standard.
- Computer competence to include email, MS Office, also internal databases, operating system (Epicor) and LIMS
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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
