Quality Control Chemist

Spectrum Staffing Services/HRStaffers Inc.; Monroe (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled QC Chemist to enhance laboratory operations within a regulated environment. This role emphasizes qualitative and quantitative analyses, instrumentation calibration, and adherence to GMP/GLP guidelines. Join a collaborative team and deepen your technical expertise while supporting pharmaceutical quality initiatives. This opportunity offers hands-on experience with diverse analytical techniques, contributing to high-impact projects in a growth-focused organization. If you are passionate about quality control and ready to make a difference, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a GMP-compliant laboratory.
• Strong hands-on experience with analytical instruments.
• Capable of working independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical and physical testing on materials.
• Follow cGMP guidelines for laboratory analyses.
• Prepare reagents and maintain lab instruments.

Skills

Qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses

Instrumentation calibration and maintenance

Environmental monitoring

Technical documentation

Analytical techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Master’s degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV-Vis

IR

Dissolution analyzers

Karl Fischer titrators

Potentiometers

Auto titrators

Job description

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Base pay range

$35.00/hr - $38.00/hr

SUMMARY

Seeking a skilled QC Chemist to support essential laboratory operations within a regulated environment. This role includes qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses, instrumentation calibration and maintenance, environmental monitoring, and technical documentation. The position offers hands-on experience with a wide range of analytical techniques and equipment, while maintaining strict adherence to GMP/GLP guidelines.

You’ll join a collaborative team where your contributions help maintain product quality and regulatory compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who want to deepen their technical expertise while supporting pharmaceutical quality initiatives in a growth-focused, science-driven organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform chemical and physical testing on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products in accordance with regulatory and internal standards.
• Follow cGMP guidelines, compendial methods, and internal SOPs for all laboratory analyses.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and standards for use in analytical procedures.
• Operate and troubleshoot lab instruments including HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, IR, Dissolution, Malvern particle size analyzers, Karl Fischer titrators, potentiometers, and auto titrators.
• Ensure proper documentation practices (ALCOA principles) and maintain comprehensive records of analytical activities.
• Carry out investigations under supervision to address lab deviations or non-conformances.
• Maintain lab instruments through routine calibration, qualification, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Prepare and review protocols, test methods, SOPs, and validation reports as assigned.
• Uphold safety and waste management standards; ensure compliance with regulatory and in-house procedures.
• Contribute to training and mentoring of support staff as needed.
• Continuously enhance knowledge through training to meet evolving regulatory and technical requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceuticals, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience as a QC Chemist in a GMP-compliant laboratory; total 5–6 years of relevant laboratory work.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong hands-on experience with a variety of analytical instruments and techniques.
• Soft Skills: Capable of working independently and in cross-functional teams; able to prioritize multiple projects under tight timelines.
• Workplace Readiness: Comfortable working in a fast-paced lab environment with exposure to chemicals and time-sensitive tasks.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to perform calculations, maintain accuracy under pressure, and document findings clearly.

What’s in it for You:

Gain exposure to a dynamic quality control environment that emphasizes professional development, compliance, and technical excellence. You'll work with a diverse suite of laboratory technologies and contribute to high-impact pharmaceutical projects. The role also offers potential for cross-training, leadership development, and future career growth within quality assurance and analytical sciences.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance and Science

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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