URGENTLY HIRING: QC Chemist

About the role

This is a Contract to Hire position based in Covington, OH. The QC Chemist performs laboratory testing on raw materials, finished products, process equipment, and environmental samples in a cGMP-regulated environment. This role ensures product quality and compliance with regulatory standards by executing analytical tests, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting continuous improvement within the quality control laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze samples including raw materials, finished products, process equipment, and environmental samples in accordance with established procedures.
• Test raw materials and finished products to meet cGMP requirements and regulatory standards.
• Participate in laboratory investigations to identify root causes of nonconformances and support corrective and preventive actions.
• Operate laboratory equipment safely and efficiently, following all operating procedures and calibration requirements.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant laboratory documentation for all testing activities.
• Participate in internal and external quality audits by preparing data, documentation, and responses as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe personal laboratory work area and assist with general laboratory cleaning tasks.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) in all testing and documentation activities.
• Participate in training programs to stay current with procedures, methods, and regulatory expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues in chemistry and microbiology groups to support overall quality and production goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline.
• Experience working in any environment outside of academic settings (such as retail, food service, or other employment).
• Ability to perform testing in a cGMP environment and follow written procedures accurately.
• Understanding of basic scientific principles and laboratory practices.
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment and follow safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail for accurate testing and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a structured, regulated environment.
• Solid communication skills to document results and interact with auditors and team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Food Science is preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in a GMP or FDA-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience with scientific testing of raw materials and finished products.
• Familiarity with cGMP requirements and quality systems in manufacturing.
• Interest in working in a science, chemistry, or food science laboratory setting.
• Ability to grow into different shifts or roles within chemistry or microbiology groups over time.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 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)

Schedule

This is a fully onsite position in Covington, OH.