Quality Control Scientist

Job Title: Quality Control Scientist

Job Description

Perform routine chemical analysis on samples using established laboratory methods and execute testing using analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, mass spectrometry, and TOC. Prepare solutions, reagents, and mobile phases required for testing. Document results clearly and maintain accurate records in accordance with internal procedures. Identify and escalate atypical, out-of-trend, or non-conforming results in a timely manner. Support routine instrument checks, calibrations, and basic troubleshooting activities. Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, and equipment readiness. Follow all safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines related to laboratory operations. Manage workload effectively to meet testing timelines and team priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine chemical analysis on samples using established laboratory methods.

• Execute testing using analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, mass spectrometry, and TOC.

• Prepare solutions, reagents, and mobile phases required for testing.

• Document results clearly and maintain accurate records in accordance with internal procedures.

• Identify and escalate atypical, out-of-trend, or non-conforming results in a timely manner.

• Support routine instrument checks, calibrations, and basic troubleshooting activities.

• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, and equipment readiness.

• Follow all safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines related to laboratory operations.

• Manage workload effectively to meet testing timelines and team priorities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree, or greater, in physical science, preferably in Chemistry.

• 1-2 years of experience performing chemical tests with chromatographic techniques.

• Working theoretical knowledge of HPLC and Mass Spectrometry.

• Practical execution of chemical tests with chromatographic technique.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with quantitative HPLC analyses.

• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and meaningful work experience may be considered.

Work Environment

This role operates on a second shift schedule after training completion on the first shift. It provides a great opportunity for someone passionate about chemistry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Cincinnati,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.

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