QC Chemist - Wet Chemistry & Instrumentation

Actalent; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pre-tax and Roth contributions

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Disability coverage

Job summary

Actalent in St. Louis, MO is hiring a QC Chemist responsible for quality control testing of finished products using wet chemistry and analytical methods in a cGMP environment.

The role involves accurate documentation, instrument operation (HPLC, GC, UV, pH meters), LIMS data entry, and contributing to root-cause investigations and continuous improvement. Typical hours are first shift, Monday–Friday, onsite.

Qualifications

• Experience performing wet chemistry techniques and testing in a laboratory setting.
• Working knowledge of analytical instrumentation such as GC/LC, UV, and AA.
• Ability to operate and maintain instruments including analytical balances, HPLC, GC, UV, and pH meters.
• Familiarity with good documentation practices and accurate data recording in LIMS.
• Basic computer skills, including use of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding and application of basic principles, theories, and concepts in chemistry and analytical chemistry.
• Ability to follow site HSE policies and contribute to safe work practices in the lab.
• Familiarity with quality control principles and practices in a finished products laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Perform wet chemistry and instrumentation testing on finished products in accordance with procedures and quality standards.
• Follow good documentation practices to ensure accurate, complete, and timely recording of all laboratory activities and test results.
• Adhere to site HSE policies and assist with maintaining safe work standards in the laboratory.
• Operate and maintain analytical instruments such as analytical balances, HPLC, GC, UV, and pH meters.
• Enter test data into the LIMS accurately and in a timely manner.
• Conduct laboratory investigations to identify root causes and support corrective and preventive actions.
• Perform peer review of laboratory work to verify data integrity and compliance with procedures.
• Apply basic principles, theories, and concepts of chemistry and analytical science in routine testing and problem-solving.
• Utilize basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, for data analysis, documentation, and reporting.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by following industry practices and standards and contributing to the optimization of laboratory processes.

Skills

Wet chemistry

Instrument operation

Documentation in LIMS

Microsoft Office

HSE adherence

Quality control

cGMP awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or associate degree

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

GC/LC

UV

AA

HPLC

LIMS

Job description

Actalent in St. Louis, MO is hiring a QC Chemist responsible for quality control testing of finished products using wet chemistry and analytical methods in a cGMP environment.

The role involves accurate documentation, instrument operation (HPLC, GC, UV, pH meters), LIMS data entry, and contributing to root-cause investigations and continuous improvement. Typical hours are first shift, Monday–Friday, onsite.