Chemist in Apopka FL

Talentfactor Inc; Apopka (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Apopka seeks an entry-level Chemist to perform complex chemical analyses and maintain lab equipment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field and expertise in analytical techniques. Responsibilities include ensuring quality of products and adherence to safety standards. This role offers a contract position with potential for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• Expertise in Analytical Chemistry techniques required.
• Experience with analytical work in a lab setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex chemical analysis on various products.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and troubleshoot issues.
• Inspect lab procedures and ensure quality conformance.

Skills

Advanced Analytical Chemistry techniques (GC, GC/MS, MS)

Knowledge of organic chemistry

Analytical work experience

Attention to SOPs and safety standards

Chemical inventory management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Biotech

Job description

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Location: Apopka, FL 32703 (on-site 5 days)

*Must have own laptop.

Responsibilities:

1. Perform complex chemical analysis on raw ingredients, intermediates, beverage parts, final products, auxiliary materials, and water.
2. Maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation (e.g., troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, calibration, and repair).
3. Inspect laboratory procedures to ensure conformance to internal quality systems or external certification requirements, and correct or eliminate process-related non-conformance items.
4. Dispose of expired retained samples and chemicals according to schedules and expiration dates to keep the lab area clean and safe.
5. Develop or validate laboratory test methods or equipment (sampling, monitoring, analytical procedures) to ensure reliable and accurate results, including capability studies.
6. Perform data audits to ensure accuracy of data and analytical processes, including database queries, statistical process control, or correlation studies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience. Expertise in Advanced Analytical Chemistry techniques (e.g., GC, GC/MS, MS) and the ability to apply appropriate techniques to a broad range of problems.
• General knowledge of organic chemistry related to essential oils and flavor compounds relevant to the company's products.
• Knowledge of data in the Formula Management System, including reasonable value ranges, calculations, and the ability to recognize inconsistencies. Ability to enter formulas and generate reports.
• Understanding of inorganic substances used in products and research on ingredient stability, including composition, structure, and properties.

Top Skills:

• Preferred: Bachelor's in Chemistry, Biology, or Biotech (not required).
• Experience in analytical work, preferably in a lab setting (professional or academic).
• Responsible for qualitative and quantitative testing of raw materials and finished goods, sample preparation for HPLC-MS and/or GC-MS testing, and SDS testing (e.g., flash point, corrosivity).
• Adherence to SOPs and safety standards, proper PPE use, chemical inventory management, and maintaining high housekeeping standards.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services

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