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Entry-Level Analytical QC Chemist Lab Technician

Actalent
Lafayette, IN Contractor
POSTED ON 5/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026

HIRING NOW: Analytical QC Chemist

**INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE THIS WEEK**

INTERESTED IN THIS ROLE? APPLY TODAY to Chaney Cornell at chcornell@actalentservices .com

Job Summary:

The Analytical QC Chemist plays an essential role in ensuring the quality and safety of sweeteners, corn syrups, and sugar products. Working primarily with these products, the technician contributes to the Quality Assurance/Quality Control functions by performing extractions and wetmills, which involve working with liquid products. The role involves both chemistry and microbiology work in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze final product and in-process samples using advanced instrumentation: HPLC, GC, AA, FT-IR, NIR, Karl Fischer, and more
  • Perform wet chemistry techniques, extractions, and “wetmills” on liquid products
  • Conduct microbiological testing, pH analysis, refractive index, particle size distribution, and spectrophotometric methods
  • Post results into data systems and communicate findings to plant personnel
  • Identify abnormal results and collaborate with process teams to resolve issues
  • Perform QA/QC checks on outbound shipments and document results
  • Maintain lab equipment and follow established methodologies
  • Support cross-functional teams with analytical and project-based tasks
  • Adhere to company policies, safety protocols, and core values
  • Participate in skill block training to advance lab technician levels and compensation

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related scientific discipline
  • Familiarity with lab instrumentation and methodologies (experience may come from coursework or internships)
  • Strong attention to detail, troubleshooting ability, and self-motivation
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to multitask
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP experience is a plus

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with titrations, wet chemistry, viscosity testing, microbiology
  • Understanding of GMP standards and quality control procedures

Work Environment

  • Comfortable standing for extended periods
  • Casual dress code: jeans and t-shirt acceptable
  • Collaborative team culture with training and growth opportunities

Career Growth & Compensation

  • Begin training immediately on skill blocks to advance technician levels
  • Level I technicians earn up to $27/hour within first year
  • Top-tier lab techs can earn up to $100K annually based on skill competencies

INTERESTED IN THIS ROLE? SEE BELOW TO BE IMMEDIATELY CONSIDERED & APPLY NOW:

  • Interviews available this week and conducting phone interviews as early as TODAY. All candidates will be considered immediately within 24 hours of applying directly to Chaney Cornell

HOW TO APPLY DIRECTLY: Email your updated resume, brief intro about your interest, preferred method of communication for you (i.e., call, email, text) to chcornell@actalentservices. com or CALL/TEXT 317 567 6591

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lafayette, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/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 Lafayette,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 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 : $27 - $100,000

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