Chemist

ACTalent; Spring Hill (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Chemist to join a fast-paced manufacturing team in Spring Hill, FL. The role involves laboratory testing, formulation support, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field and at least 1 year of lab experience in an industrial setting. This is a fully onsite contract position with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related science.
• 1+ years of industrial/lab experience in manufacturing, pharma, environmental, or consumer products.
• Knowledge of standard laboratory techniques and analytical testing methods.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and lab documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine chemical analyses on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Prepare, document, and evaluate laboratory test results according to established procedures.
• Support product formulation development, optimization, and validation.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate quality concerns and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Partner with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Research & Development teams to support operational goals.
• Ensure adherence to laboratory safety standards, environmental regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and laboratory efficiency.

Skills

Analytical testing

Laboratory experience

Attention to detail

MS Office

Laboratory documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

FTIR

UV-Vis

ICP

Titration systems

Job description

Job Title: Chemist

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Chemist to join our team. This role is responsible for performing laboratory testing, analyzing chemical formulations, supporting product development initiatives, and ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a passion for scientific excellence, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine chemical analyses on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Prepare, document, and evaluate laboratory test results according to established procedures.
• Support product formulation development, optimization, and validation.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate quality concerns and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Partner with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Research & Development teams to support operational goals.
• Ensure adherence to laboratory safety standards, environmental regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and laboratory efficiency.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• 1+ years of laboratory experience in an industrial, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, environmental, or consumer products setting.
• Knowledge of standard laboratory techniques and analytical testing methods.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and laboratory documentation practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a GMP, ISO, FDA-regulated, or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, ICP, or titration systems.
• Experience supporting product development, formulation, or quality control activities.
• Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills.

Work Environment

The role requires the ability to stand for extended periods in a laboratory setting and to lift up to 25 pounds as needed. The candidate must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure safety and compliance in the laboratory environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Spring Hill, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Spring Hill, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Spring Hill,FL.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.