Chemist - Second Shift - kdc/one Columbus

About the role

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec, and operates 10 facilities across North America, employing nearly 4,800 staff. The Quality Control Chemist position is based at Kdc/one in New Albany.

Responsibilities

• Sample and inspect incoming raw materials from chemical tankers and palletized deliveries
• Run lab tests on RO water, in‑process batches, finished bulk, and packaged goods
• Operate equipment like GC, HPLC, and FTIR to analyze product composition
• Prepare reagents, run standardizations, and complete Certificates of Analysis (CofA)
• Release product in SAP once quality thresholds are confirmed
• Support Out of Spec (OOS) investigations and retesting as needed
• Recommend batch adjustments to stay within spec and keep quality fresh
• Maintain equipment calibrations and lab cleanliness
• Write and update SOPs and lab documentation for continuous improvement
• Protect sensitive data like customer trials, formulas, and proprietary information
• Collaborate with compounding, production, and QA teams daily

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3+ years in manufacturing or quality lab experience required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Chemistry or related science strongly preferred
• 2+ years training others in lab procedures preferred

Skills

• Expertise in FDA GMPs, aseptic sampling, OSHA requirements, and SAP
• Strong problem‑solving, organizational, and data analysis skills
• Ability to follow SOPs and multitask in a fast‑paced, compliance‑driven setting
• Comfortable working with chemicals and lab equipment and able to distinguish colors and odors during testing