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Bench Chemist - Food Industry

Actalent • Hadley, MA • 22h ago

Job Title: Bench Chemist

Location: Hadley, MA

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Overview:

We're seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bench Chemist to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in analytical chemistry who thrives in a fast-paced lab environment. You'll be responsible for performing chemical analyses on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using advanced instrumentation and wet chemistry techniques.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform LC and GC testing on various sample @types, including raw materials and finished goods.

Prepare samples, run calibration curves, and conduct system suitability and integration reviews.

Execute wet chemistry procedures such as pH measurement, titrations, and loss on drying (LOD).

Conduct first-line instrument maintenance (e.g., column care, leak checks, pump seal replacement) in compliance with IQ/OQ/PQ standards.

Troubleshoot and maintain lab instruments to ensure optimal performance.

Support method validation efforts, focusing on accuracy, precision, LOD, and LOQ.

Assist with lab operations including inventory, cleanliness, and peer review of lab notebooks.

Draft and review SOPs to support quality and compliance.

Qualifications:

Master's degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry with 3-5 years of QC lab experience (food or supplement industry preferred).

Proficient in operating HPLC and GC systems independently.

Experience with small molecule testing in complex matrices (e.g., vitamins, fats, emulsifiers).

Familiarity with USP/AOAC methods and cGMP documentation.

Skilled in chromatography software (OpenLab, ChemStation).

Strong commitment to lab safety and quality standards.

Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry with equivalent experience.

Background in wet chemistry, organic chemistry, formulation, or R&D.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hadley, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/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 Hadley,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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