Quality Control Chemist

Vita Global Sciences, a Kelly Company; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

Vita Global Sciences in California is seeking a hands-on Quality Control Chemist for a 3‑month contract (with potential extension). You will perform routine testing on raw materials, in‑process samples and finished products in a regulated FDA cGMP environment.

The role requires strict adherence to SOPs, accurate documentation in the ERP system, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The shift is 6am‑2:30pm, Mon‑Fri, on site in Santa Fe Springs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• 1+ years of industry experience in laboratory and FDA regulated cGMP QC.
• Demonstrated proficiency with wet chemistry techniques.
• Hand‑on experience operating FTIR instruments for identity testing.
• Solid understanding of GDP and laboratory safety protocols.
• Ability to work independently with minimal training using established written SOPs.
• Strong attention to detail and immediate availability to start.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine wet chemistry testing, including manual titrations, sample preparation.
• Conduct raw material identity testing using FTIR spectroscopy including sample preparation and library matching.
• Determine physical properties of sample, including pH, specific gravity and viscosity measurements.
• Accurately document all test results, calculations and raw data using companys ERP system.
• Follow established SOPs and document any unexpected results or out‑of‑specifications occurrences.
• Prepare laboratory and test samples as needed.
• Maintain clean laboratory work areas and assist with basic instrument calibrations.

Skills

Wet chemistry techniques

FTIR identity testing

Attention to detail

Independent work

Strong communication

FDA cGMP familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/biochemistry or related discipline

Tools

FTIR instruments

ERP system

Job description

Duration: 3 month contract + potential 3 month extension

Shift: 6am-2:30pm | Mon-Fri

Rate: $25-27/hr.

Our client, a leading specialty chemical manufacturer, has an immediate opening for a hands‑on Quality Control Chemist to support laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will start strong, executing routine testing on raw materials, in‑process samples and finished products while maintaining compliance with FDA cGMP regulations. The QC Chemist ensures product compliance with the Company s priority of 123SQP Safety, Quality and Productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine wet chemistry testing, including manual titrations, sample preparation
• Conduct raw material identity testing using FTIR spectroscopy including sample preparation and library matching
• Determine physical properties of sample, including pH, specific gravity and viscosity measurements
• Accurately document all test results, calculations and raw data using company s ERP system
• Follow established SOPs and document any unexpected results or out‑of‑specifications occurrences
• Prepare laboratory and test samples as needed
• Maintain clean laboratory work areas and assist with basic instrument calibrations

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related scientific discipline
• 1+ years of industry experience in laboratory and FDA regulated cGMP QC
• Demonstrated proficiency with wet chemistry techniques
• Hand‑on experience operating FTIR instruments for identity testing
• Solid understanding of GDP and laboratory safety protocols
• Ability to work independently with minimal training using established written SOPs
• Strong attention to detail and immediate availability to start
• Excellent verbal and communication skills