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Chemical Operator

Actalent
Morton, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 4/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2026

Job Title: Production Chemist/Compounder

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Production Chemist to join our team. This role is vital in performing chemical synthesis on a multi-kilo scale and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.

Responsibilities

  • Perform chemical synthesis on a multi-kilo scale and execute via batch record.
  • Maintain documentation standards to meet GMP requirements, including recording of charges/transfers, acknowledging actions as they are performed, and documenting key observations related to specific operations.
  • Set up, operate, and clean all plant equipment such as reactors, centrifuges, filter dryers, shelf dryers, and milling equipment.
  • Participate in staging of raw materials, loading raw materials into equipment, and unloading intermediates and products from dryers.
  • Read and interpret documents, write routine reports and correspondence, and speak effectively in a group setting.
  • Collaborate with Chemical Engineers to produce R&D Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API).

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma
    • Associates or Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or engineering preferred.
  • 2 Years of Batch Mixer/Compounder Experience
    • Pharmaceutical Industry preferred
Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Morton Grove, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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 Morton Grove,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $23 - $30

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