QC Chemist

Actalent, Inc.; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Health Spending Account

Job summary

Actalent, Inc. in Greensboro, NC, is seeking a QC / Formulation Chemist for a contract opportunity. You will engage in formulation development, quality testing, and product development within a modern R&D laboratory.

You will gain hands-on experience with coatings, analytical testing, and manufacturing support while collaborating with experienced scientists in a safety-focused environment. This role runs Monday–Friday in a fully onsite facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry is required.
• Laboratory testing experience through industry, internships, co-ops, or academic research.
• Knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques.
• Experience with wet chemistry and titration methods.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality control and performance testing on specialty coatings and related materials.
• Perform wet chemistry analyses, titrations, and physical property testing.
• Execute ASTM and other industry-standard test methods.
• Support formulation development and optimization projects.
• Conduct corrosion, weathering, humidity, and salt spray testing.
• Investigate customer complaints through testing and root cause analysis.
• Assist with product scale-up and manufacturing support activities.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and technical documentation.
• Interpret test results and communicate findings to technical teams.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and technical service groups.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Analytical chemistry

Wet chemistry

Documentation

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Tools

ASTM testing methods

Coatings testing equipment

Job description

Contract Opportunity | Monday-Friday | Modern R&D Laboratory

Are you a chemistry graduate or early-career chemist looking to gain hands-on experience in formulation, quality testing, and product development?

We're seeking a QC / Formulation Chemist to support a growing R&D and quality team focused on specialty coatings and advanced material technologies. This role provides valuable exposure to formulation development, analytical testing, quality investigations, and manufacturing support while working in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to build experience in coatings, specialty chemicals, product development, quality control, and research & development.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Gain experience in both Quality and R&D environments
• Work in a modern, recently developed laboratory facility
• Hands-on exposure to formulation and scale-up activities
• Collaborate with experienced scientists and technical teams
• Build skills with advanced analytical and testing equipment
• Stable Monday-Friday schedule
• Excellent opportunity to strengthen your technical experience and expand your career options

What You'll Do

As a QC / Formulation Chemist, you'll support product development and quality initiatives through laboratory testing, technical investigations, and formulation support activities.

• Conducting quality control and performance testing on specialty coatings and related materials
• Performing wet chemistry analyses, titrations, and physical property testing
• Executing ASTM and other industry-standard test methods
• Supporting formulation development and optimization projects
• Conducting corrosion, weathering, humidity, and salt spray testing
• Investigating customer complaints through testing and root cause analysis
• Assisting with product scale-up and manufacturing support activities
• Maintaining accurate laboratory records and technical documentation
• Interpreting test results and communicating findings to technical teams
• Collaborating with R&D, manufacturing, and technical service groups

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry
• Laboratory testing experience through industry experience, internships, co-ops, or academic research
• Knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques
• Experience with wet chemistry and titration methods
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced technical environment

Preferred

• Experience with coatings, paints, adhesives, sealants, polymers, or specialty chemicals
• Formulation experience
• Quality Control or Quality Assurance laboratory experience
• Familiarity with ASTM testing methods
• Experience with corrosion, humidity, weathering, or durability testing
• Manufacturing or scale-up support experience

Ideal Candidate

Gain exposure to both QC and R&D functions

Build formulation and product development experience

Work with specialty chemical and coating technologies

Develop strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Expand their technical expertise in a professional laboratory environment

Work Environment

• Monday-Friday schedule (typically 8:00 AM-5:00 PM)
• Professional R&D and testing laboratory
• Collaborative technical environment
• Advanced coating and materials testing equipment
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and innovation

We're looking for an opportunity to apply your chemistry experience in a hands-on laboratory setting while gaining exposure to formulation, testing, and product development. We'd love to hear from you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Greensboro, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $29.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Greensboro, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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