Junior QC Chemist – cGMP Lab Essentials

Able Too Work; Bedford (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an entry-level Chemist I in Bedford, OH, to support quality control in a regulated laboratory environment. You will perform analytical testing (TOC, conductivity, nitrate analysis), maintain compliant documentation, and assist with cGDP/cGLP practices under supervision.

This fully onsite role offers hands-on experience with wet chemistry and instrumental methods, while contributing to ongoing quality systems, SOPs, and investigations within a growing team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or a related discipline (Chemistry or Chemical Engineering).
• 1 year of previous working experience in a similar laboratory or quality control position.
• Familiarity with cGMP environment is preferred.
• Understanding of cGMP requirements for laboratory operations.
• Understanding FDA expectations for laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe laboratory environment in compliance with OSHA and lab safety standards.
• Perform TOC and conductivity testing for Water for Injection (WFI).
• Conduct nitrate analysis using wet chemistry methods.
• Perform identification testing using FTIR and other instrumental techniques.
• Execute in-process testing using instrumental and wet chemistry methods per procedures.
• Support QC equipment validation and calibration programs under supervision.
• Coordinate and manage lab test data, SOPs, test methods, and reports.
• Perform routine lab cleaning and organization for inspections.
• Execute test methods per USP and EP guidance.
• Document all lab work in compliance with cGDP and cGLP.
• Suggest preventive and corrective actions for product non-conformances.
• Support investigations related to cGLP and cGMP processes.
• Collaborate with peers to meet lab and quality objectives.
• Assist in troubleshooting instrument issues with minimal guidance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline (Chemistry / Chemical Engineering)

Tools

FTIR

TOC

Conductivity testing

SOPs

GC/LC instrumentation

Job description

Actalent is seeking an entry-level Chemist I in Bedford, OH, to support quality control in a regulated laboratory environment. You will perform analytical testing (TOC, conductivity, nitrate analysis), maintain compliant documentation, and assist with cGDP/cGLP practices under supervision.

This fully onsite role offers hands-on experience with wet chemistry and instrumental methods, while contributing to ongoing quality systems, SOPs, and investigations within a growing team.