QC Chemist

Location: North Salt Lake

Client Overview:

Our client, a well-established manufacturer supporting regulated industries, is seeking a QC Chemist to join their Quality Control team. The organization operates a modern analytical laboratory environment focused on product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$30/hr - $36/hr Based on experience

Position Overview:

The QC Chemist will support Quality Control and overall laboratory operations by performing analytical testing, contributing to R&D initiatives, and ensuring compliance with established procedures and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with HPLC and GC instrumentation and come from a background in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, or food and beverage industries. This is a contract position requiring immediate availability, and preference will be given to local candidates who have immediate availability.

Responsibilities of the QC Chemist:

* Prepare, collect, and analyze samples using standard laboratory techniques.

* Conduct routine and non-routine analytical testing and document results.

* Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, GC).

* Perform wet chemistry techniques and sample preparation.

* Investigate and troubleshoot deviations or out-of-specification results.

* Maintain accurate lab records, logs, and documentation.

* Calibrate and maintain lab equipment and instrumentation.

* Revise and support the development of SOPs and lab documentation.

* Assist with method development and continuous improvement efforts.

* Support internal lab projects and cross-functional initiatives.

* Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe lab environment.

Required Experience/Skills for the QC Chemist:

* 3+ years of experience in a Quality Control or analytical chemistry lab.

* Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation (HPLC & GC required)

* Strong understanding of laboratory procedures and data recording practices.

* Experience in troubleshooting instrumentation or analytical methods.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic data systems.

* Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

* Ability to work both independently and within a team.

Preferred Experience /Skills for the QC Chemist:

* Experience in regulated industries (e.g., dietary, pharmaceutical, or food manufacturing).

* Familiarity with Lean processes or structured problem-solving methodologies.

* Experience supporting audits or working within compliance-driven environments.

* Exposure to method development or validation.

Education Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field is required.

Benefits:

* Client-provided benefits available, upon eligibility.