Quality Control Chemist

Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI ); Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Resources, Inc. (IRI) seeks a QC Scientist I to join the Quality Control laboratory team and support analytical testing that ensures product quality and safety.

You will perform complex testing, assist method development, validation and transfer, operate FTIR, UV-Vis and chromatographic systems, investigate OOS results, maintain instruments, and document data in GLP-compliant records while collaborating with QC, manufacturing and other cross-functional groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field, with 2+ years in a GLP lab.
• Strong analytical chemistry background with hands-on testing.
• Experience with wet chemistry, titration, pH, buffer analysis, and Karl Fischer.
• Hands-on experience with FTIR, UV-Vis, and fluorescence spectroscopy.
• Strong knowledge of GLP and quality control requirements.
• Experience with LIMS and quality management systems.
• Excellent documentation, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing of raw materials and production samples.
• Execute methods development, validation, and transfer.
• Operate FTIR, UV-Vis, fluorescence spectrometers; GC, HPLC, LC-MS.
• Investigate OOS results and quality issues.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instruments.
• Document results in GLP-compliant records and data integrity standards.
• Utilize LIMS and quality systems for lab activities.
• Maintain 6S housekeeping and safety practices.
• Prepare technical reports and lab documentation.
• Collaborate with QC, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Documentation

Problem solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

FTIR

UV-Vis

Fluorescence spectroscopy

GC

HPLC

LC-MS

LIMS

Job description

We are seeking a QC Scientist I to join our Quality Control laboratory team and support analytical testing that ensures product quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex analytical testing of raw materials and production samples using approved and validated methods.
• Execute analytical methods and support method development, validation, and transfer activities.
• Perform classical wet chemistry testing, including pH, buffer analysis, titration, and Karl Fischer titration.
• Operate analytical instrumentation, including auto-titrators, FTIR, UV-Vis, and fluorescence spectrometers.
• Perform chromatographic analysis using GC, HPLC, and LC-MS.
• Investigate and document out-of-specification (OOS) results and quality issues.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical laboratory instruments.
• Document analytical results in accordance with GLP, data integrity, and good documentation practices.
• Utilize LIMS and quality management systems for laboratory and quality activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and maintain 6S housekeeping standards.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain accurate laboratory documentation.
• Follow all EHS requirements, COSHH procedures, risk assessments, and PPE requirements.
• Collaborate with QC, manufacturing, quality, and other cross-functional teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field with 2+ years of experience in a GLP-regulated laboratory environment, or an advanced degree.
• Strong analytical chemistry background with hands‑on laboratory testing experience.
• Experience with wet chemistry, titration, pH, buffer analysis, and Karl Fischer.
• Hands‑on experience with FTIR, UV-Vis, and fluorescence spectroscopy.
• Strong knowledge of GLP and quality control requirements.
• Experience with LIMS and quality management systems.
• Excellent documentation, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
• Willingness to follow mandatory PPE requirements, including lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GC, HPLC, and LC-MS.
• Experience with analytical method validation and method transfer.
• Knowledge of data integrity requirements and good documentation practices.
• Experience investigating OOS results and authoring technical reports.