Bench Chemist - Food

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Bench Chemist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Bench Chemist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of chemical analyses and support laboratory operations. The role involves working with raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods using advanced testing methods.

Responsibilities

• Run LC and GC testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods.
• Prepare samples across matrices, run calibration curves, and conduct system suitability and integration review.
• Perform wet chemistry techniques such as pH measurement, titrations, and loss on drying (LOD).
• Conduct first-line instrument care, including column maintenance, addressing leaks, and replacing pump seals, while adhering to IQ/OQ/PQ guidelines.
• Provide basic troubleshooting and maintenance for laboratory instruments.
• Support method validation work focusing on accuracy, precision, and limits of detection (LOD) and quantification (LOQ).
• Flexibly support laboratory needs, including inventory management, lab clean-up, and peer review of notebooks.
• Draft and review standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Essential Skills

• Master's degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry with 3-5 years of experience in a quality control laboratory, preferably in the food or supplement industry.
• Proven ability to operate HPLC and GC independently.
• Experience with natural product or lipid-rich matrices, focusing on small molecule testing such as vitamins, fats, emulsifiers, and actives.
• Working knowledge of USP/AOAC methods and cGMP documentation.
• Proficiency with chromatography software such as OpenLab and ChemStation.
• Strong laboratory safety mindset and approach to work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry with 3-5 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• wet chemistry, organic chemistry, formulation, and research & development.

Work Environment

The position is based in a laboratory environment with a standard work schedule of Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM.

Job Type & Location

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

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 Oct 31, 2025.

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 [email protected] for other accommodation options.