QC Chemist (contract)

Title : QC Chemist Location : Santa Fe Springs, CA (onsite) 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 As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Locations Nearby El Monte, CA Pasadena Glendale Los Angeles Downey 10 Cities Near El Monte, CA with most job openings Pasadena Fullerton Pomona Glendale Los Angeles Downey West Covina Norwalk Compton South Gate 10 Most Popular Job Searches in El Monte, CA government amazon construction factory worker work from home warehouse amazon warehouse online city cashier Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kelly