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QC Chemist


Company : Actalent


Location : Lombard, IL


Created : 2025-12-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Description We are seeking a skilled QC Chemist to perform wet chemistry testing on raw materials, including IR Spectroscopy, melting point temperature, and viscosity, while adhering to USP methodology. Responsibilities + Run identification tests like Thin Layer Chromatography and spectroscopic tests. + Perform limit tests for things like chlorides, sulfates, heavy metals, elemental impurities, and aluminum. + Carry out other tests and assays such as Karl Fischer, acid value, saponification value, iodine value, hydroxyl value, peroxide value, and oil-related assays. + Perform physical tests like viscosity, melting point, congealing temperature, and mid-IR and UV-Vis analysis. + Work with lab instruments like refractometers, densitometers, pH meters, auto-titrators, UV-Vis spectrophotometers, and FTIR. Essential Skills + Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry. + 1-3 years of experience in a GMP/regulated laboratory setting. + Familiarity with raw material testing. About Actalent Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021. 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 Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Lombard, IL. 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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lombard,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 8, 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 ( ) for other accommodation options.