Scientist I, Production (Chemistry)

Job Title: Scientist I, Production (Chemistry)

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Scientist I to join our production team specializing in Chemistry. The ideal candidate will perform organic chemistry syntheses in a manufacturing environment, ensuring the highest quality and efficiency in our production processes. This role requires a deep understanding of scientific principles, process documentation, and the ability to suggest improvements to our manufacturing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform organic chemistry syntheses and conduct analyses of reagents, components, and finished products.
• Maintain accurate inventory of raw materials, work in progress, and finished products using advanced ERP functions.
• Analyze and interpret scientific data, utilizing specialized technical knowledge or skills.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with representatives from other departments and teams.
• Actively participate in team activities, including conflict resolution, team building, and scheduling.
• Identify and solve manufacturing problems by recognizing variables, performing experiments, and recommending corrections.
• Maintain accurate records of all manufacturing and product development work through appropriate documentation.
• Critically evaluate, revise, or create process documents to ensure quality manufacturing processes.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and strive to improve product quality through efficient processes.
• Participate in intra-team or inter-departmental problem-solving teams as required.
• Work with EH&S to ensure safety guidelines are followed.
• Contribute to New Product Development and co-development with R&D or Manufacturing Sciences.

Essential Skills

• Strong technical writing, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently handle multiple projects and priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interpret and summarize scientific results clearly.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to lead and provide work direction.
• Experience in a team-based environment, manufacturing research and commercial products for the life sciences industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or equivalent disciplines.
• Minimum 2-3 years of manufacturing experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master's degree in Organic Chemistry is preferred.
• Experience with SOPs, laboratory documentation, wet chemistry, mass spectrometry, HPLC, and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and quality standards.

Work Environment

The position is based in a chemistry production lab located in Rockford, IL, operating within a lab, office, and production environment. The role involves working on organic synthesis and requires adherence to safety and quality standards.

This is a Contract position based out of Rockford, IL.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Rockford,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 1, 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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