QC Chemist-Raw Materials

Job Overview Currently seeking a QC Scientist for one of our top clients in the San Antonio, TX area. Compensation & Schedule Hourly pay rate: $25. Contract-to-Hire. Monday-Thursday, 10‑hour workdays; Day Shift. Job Responsibilities Perform chemical and physical tests required for quality control, testing and evaluation of results for products and processes. Analyze samples using laboratory methods, perform calculations and data analysis, and provide appropriate and compliant documentation for review and release of raw materials. Perform basic troubleshooting of instruments. Use laboratory instrumentation such as gas chromatographs, liquid chromatographs, ultraviolet‑visible spectrophotometers, etc. Treat numerical data by performing mathematical calculations such as determining concentrations (molarity, parts per million, normality, etc.) and statistical information (standard deviation, mean, etc.). Prepare necessary reagents and equipment to expedite analysis, including measuring and/or weighing chemicals, standardizing solutions, and assembling equipment. Weight and calculate samples in the physical and chemical analysis of products using balances and measured volumetric containers. Organize and properly label samples, sample preparations, volumetric solutions, etc. Analyze samples using laboratory methods (SMA, USP, FCC, EP), perform calculations and data analysis, and provide appropriate and compliant documentation for review and release of raw materials. Continue training on analytical methods to achieve proficiency in testing all raw materials for commercial release of production and R&D projects, including method verification testing. Assist in the basic operations of the laboratory in support of essential analytical testing. Basic troubleshooting for instruments and methods to meet sample testing requirements. Be a team player who works well with management, QC Scientists, and Lab Assistants to achieve assigned goals; present a positive attitude and a professional demeanor. Job Requirements Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline. 1+ years of experience including Release and/or Raw Materials testing with HPLC and GC instrumentation in a pharmaceutical environment. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical instructions including methods of analysis documents, SOPs and certificates of analysis. Ability to run chromatography software (Empower, Chromeleon, etc.) from existing methods for data collection and analysis. Computer proficient, especially with Microsoft Office products. 1st Shift – Monday-Thursday 7am-5:30pm and off on Friday. Excellent communication skills and strict attention to detail will be keys to success in this role. Equal Employment Opportunity 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 Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom