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Lab Chemist

Actalent
Rancho Cordova, CA Other
POSTED ON 11/25/2025 CLOSED ON 12/25/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Chemist position at Actalent?

Job Description

The Quality Control Chemist is responsible for independently analyzing and determining the quality of products using specialized analytical equipment. This role involves executing various laboratory procedures related to the analysis of bulk and pharmaceutical chemicals, ensuring quality and safety throughout the process.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize independent judgment to assess product quality through appropriate analytical methods.
  • Conduct analysis of samples using laboratory equipment and techniques such as FT-IR, Loss On Drying, Non-volatile Residue, and moisture analysis.
  • Operate and maintain GC systems to perform analyses on various sample types.
  • Maintain a thorough and organized laboratory notebook.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues with laboratory instruments.
  • Perform peer review of commercial product laboratory data as necessary.
  • Apply critical thinking and an understanding of analytical equipment to safely analyze chemical entities.

Skills:

  • Proficiency in Chemistry or Biochemistry.
  • Experience with FTIR, KF, GC, and other laboratory techniques.
  • Familiarity with quality control processes in a laboratory setting.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry.
  • Experience with a variety of analytical laboratory equipment.
  • Ability to use specialized analytical equipment and various computer systems.

Work Environment

*MUST be open to swing and grave shifts

The role is situated in a dynamic laboratory environment where a wide variety of chemical materials are used and stored. Employees may be exposed to variable noise levels and are expected to maintain a high awareness of personal and equipment safety. The QC Laboratory operates 24/7/365, requiring flexibility to work all shifts. The position primarily involves a day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, with a start time between 6am and 8am.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/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 Rancho Cordova,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $28 - $33

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