Quality Control Chemist

Job Title: Quality Control Chemist Job Description
Utilize independent judgment to analyze and determine the quality of products using analytical equipment. Perform various laboratory procedures related to the analysis of bulk and pharmaceutical chemicals. Analyze samples using techniques such as FT-IR, Loss On Drying, Non-volatile Residue, and moisture analysis. Operate specialized equipment like GC systems to complete analyses. Maintain detailed and organized laboratory notebooks and troubleshoot instrument issues. Conduct peer reviews of commercial product laboratory data. Use critical thinking and expertise in analytical equipment to safely analyze chemical entities and assess the quality of manufactured pharmaceutical compounds.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and determine product quality using independent judgment.
- Perform laboratory procedures for bulk and pharmaceutical chemical analysis.
- Use laboratory equipment and techniques such as FT-IR and GC systems for sample analysis.
- Maintain and organize laboratory notebooks.
- Troubleshoot and fix various laboratory instruments.
- Conduct peer reviews of laboratory data.
- Apply critical thinking to safely analyze chemical entities.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in Chemistry or Biochemistry.
- Experience with FTIR, KF, GC, and laboratory quality control.
- Ability to operate analytical laboratory equipment.
- Strong understanding of chemical compatibility and safety.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry.
- Experience with specialized analytical equipment and computer systems.
Work Environment
The work environment includes areas where a wide variety of chemical materials are used and stored, with potential exposure to variable noise levels. The position requires a high consciousness for personal and equipment safety. The QC Laboratory operates 24/7/365, requiring candidates to be open to all shifts. This is primarily a day shift position from Monday to Friday, with start times between 6 am and 8 am.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Rancho Cordova, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Rancho Cordova, CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Rancho Cordova,CA. About Actalent

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