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Chemical Operator

Actalent
Grafton, WI Contractor
POSTED ON 3/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
Job Title: Chemist OperatorJob Description

The Chemist Operator will produce Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients using Chemical Reactors. They will follow a specific Batch Record to ensure a consistent product.

Responsibilities
  • Handle various unit operations such as reactions, filtration, distillation, drying, milling, etc., performed on raw materials and at various stages of chemical processing according to written manufacturing procedures and SOPs.
  • Follow and document per batch sheet instructions to produce products in accordance with all cGMP guidelines.
  • Set up equipment including vessels, tanks, centrifuges, and dryers for proper processing.
  • Clean and verify equipment and vessels.
  • Record observations of operating conditions.
  • Drive and operate a fork truck.
  • Prioritize work and make timing decisions with supervisory oversight.
  • Adjust utilities to maintain reaction parameters.
  • Maintain process flow through the plant while adhering to all safety, GMP, and environmental regulations/standards.
Essential Skills
  • Experience as a Chemist Operator.
  • Knowledge of GC and Analytical Chemistry.
  • Proficiency in Chemical Operating and Chemistry.
  • Experience in Batching.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • High School Diploma.
  • 2-3 years of Pharma Chemical Operating experience preferred.
Work Environment

The work environment consists of a clean laboratory and production environment. The shift follows a 2-2-3 schedule, operating from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with work occurring every other weekend.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grafton, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.50 - $26.50/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 Grafton,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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