Quality Control Chemist II

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Quality Control Chemist for a direct hire opportunity with one of our clients, a leading nutraceutical company in Lancaster, SC. Position Title: Quality Control Chemist II Position Type: Direct hire Workplace: Onsite in Lancaster, SC Salary Range: $70,000–$80,000 per year (Initial training on 1st Shift) Advance Your Career in Quality Control with a Leading Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplement Manufacturer! Join our high-performing Quality Control team, where innovation meets compliance in our fast-paced, FDA-regulated manufacturing facility. We are searching for a driven QC Chemist II who thrives in a cGMP environment and is passionate about ensuring the safety, integrity, and quality of nutraceutical and dietary supplement products that make a real difference in consumers’ lives. Key Responsibilities: Deliver Excellence in Analytical Testing: Conduct routine and complex chemical analyses—including raw material, intermediate, finished product, and stability sample testing—using industry-standard techniques and instrumentation like HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and FTIR. Champion Laboratory Operations: Operate and maintain state-of-the-art analytical equipment, prepare standards and reagents, and ensure all laboratory protocols are strictly followed. Uphold Regulatory Compliance: Diligently review, document, and verify analytical data in alignment with cGMP, GDP, and robust FDA guidelines. Participate in laboratory investigations (such as OOS/OOT/CAPA) to drive continual improvement. Support Product Innovation: Assist with method validation, method transfer, and stability testing—supporting the consistent launch of innovative, high-quality nutraceutical products. Drive Operational Impact: Bring your keen attention to detail, technical troubleshooting abilities, and passion for quality science to foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Ideal Candidate Will Have: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field. 2–5 years of hands-on analytical chemistry experience in an FDA-regulated lab (pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, or similar). Proven skills operating a range of sophisticated analytical instrumentation: HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR. Solid understanding of cGMP, GDP, and industry documentation requirements. Competence in wet chemistry techniques and all aspects of sample preparation. Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or chromatography data platforms (e.g., Empower) is a plus. Strong analytical problem-solving, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and within collaborative teams. Why Join Us? Competitive compensation based on experience, plus performance-based annual bonus (up to 15% of annual earnings). Exceptional benefits package: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), generous PTO, and ongoing professional development. Opportunity to make a direct impact —quality, compliance, and consumer wellness are at the core of everything we do. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kelly