Production Chemist (1st Shift Weekends)

Production Chemist - 1st Shift Weekends! Fully Onsite - Located near the Glenview, IL Area Schedule: Friday–Monday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (4×10s) Job Type: Contract-to-Hire Job Description We are seeking a hands-on Production Chemist to support multi-kilo scale chemical synthesis in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment. This role is ideal for someone with manufacturing or lab experience who wants to grow in API production. Join a rapidly expanding company with strong career growth potential. Responsibilities Perform chemical synthesis at production scale using batch records Follow GMP documentation standards (charges, transfers, observations) Operate and clean equipment: Reactors Centrifuges Filter and shelf dryers Milling equipment Stage and load raw materials; unload intermediates and final products Work cross-functionally with Engineering and R&D teams Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements Qualifications Required Experience in GMP or regulated manufacturing environment Ability to read and execute batch records Experience with wet chemistry or compounding Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods Basic computer, math, and mechanical skills Preferred Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or related field Experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, or food production Familiarity with API manufacturing, reactors, or centrifuges SAP or chromatography experience Work Environment Production setting with moderate physical activity Use of respirator and PPE required Fast growing team Newly expanding facility with increased production capacity Why Apply/Perks? Opportunity to gain API manufacturing experience Join a growing pharmaceutical company with new investment Career advancement potential with contract-to-hire pathway Work with large-scale production equipment Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Glenview, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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 Glenview, IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. Actalent