Chemist Jobs in Darien, IL

Independently performs and verifies a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained on while adjusting to unforeseen technical or logistical obstacles to accomplish assignments. Understands multiple laboratory techniques and principles and can independently trouble-shoot and resolve analytical techniques and instrument issues. Takes initiative to be a key player in team activities and decision making including proactive identification, development, and implementation of improvement plans. Budgets their time independently and effectively to carry out assigned tasks and makes recommendations for improvement. Recognizes obstacles to completion of assigned testing and can independently resolve them. Consistently achieves commitments despite obstacles. Takes ownership of special projects as needed to support overall laboratory needs and requirements. Communicates proactively with supervisor and team members on frequent basis to ensure timely product release. Interfaces with regulatory agencies during audit activities as needed. Top skill requirements: Wet chemistry LC, GC, titration, pipetting. Good documentation and communication skills. QC background. direct lab experience GMP experience Education and experience: Bachelor's Degree in the sciences with 0-4 years of laboratory experience Associate degree with at least 3 years of laboratory experience Flexibility in shift and workdays highly desirable Ability to work with general supervision but effectively manages their own time to multi-task based upon their completed training matrix. Good interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills. Desired technical competencies (not all required): LC, LCMS, GC, GCMS, ICP, Empower, Karl Fischer, dissolution, IR, titrations, and common wet chemical testing Other notable details: Problem solving skills Attention to detail. About US Tech Solutions: US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit ************************ US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Recruiter's email id: ************************************ JobDiva ID: 24-24284

R&D lab Technician - Food Industry Duration: 7+ Months Job Type: Contract Work Type: Onsite Payrate: $ 28.00 - 30.00/hr. TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide Our client is an American food company formed by the merger of client Food and the third-largest food and beverage company in North America Job Description: This job will primarily focus on performing quality analysis of a variety of frozen potato products by grading on market product following standardized grading procedures. The candidate will be responsible for procuring samples from the store or through the client's sample request system, executing required testing, collecting data and presenting findings. In addition to this, the candidate may also be asked to assist with a variety of tasks within the lab including weighing ingredients, preparing samples and executing basic laboratory procedures. The ideal candidate will be organized, have the ability to keep on task and self-manage, and be able to clearly communicate the results of their work. 3 Must Haves: Organized: Ability to maintain order and structure in their work. Self-managing: Capability to stay on task and manage their own workload effectively. Clear communication: Proficiency in clearly conveying the results of their work. TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you. We are looking for an Analytical Chemist to join our team and support our Winning Flavors Business in North America. This position is a key member of the Sensient team, where you will be required to collaborate at our onsite in Hoffman Estates, 5 days per week. What you will do: Perform flavor research and analysis functions as needed Independently operate HPLC, GC-MS, and GC for food and flavor analysis samples, as needed Develop and validate non-volatile HPLC methods for both beverage and food products Initiate and develop projects and initiatives to improve Analytical Services with respect to workflow, instrumentation, methodology, lab resources and data management Maintain and troubleshoot HPLC and GCMS systems Proactively seek new, more efficient and accurate ways of conducting test procedures and practices to promote lab performance. Maintain awareness of evolving trends in HPLC and GCMS Leverage soft skills to thrive in a highly collaborative winning environment Facilitate information sharing across groups to communicate analytical chemistry information to other groups within Sensient and to customers, as needed Performs technical mentorship functions as needed Ensures continuing technical and leadership development of staff Assist in providing analytical perspective in budgeting process and be accountable for budget and results of team What you will bring: Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry with 5+ years of experience in flavor analytical chemistry or related field Or Master's Degree and 3+ years of experience or Ph.D. Required experience with independently operating Agilent HPLC instrumentation 1200 series and Agilent OpenLab CDS Version 2 Preferred experience with operating Agilent series GC and GCMS instrumentation and Agilent Mass Hunter and Chemstation processing software Demonstrated experience developing and validating non-volatile HPLC methods for both beverage and food products What you'll get: Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond This role pays a competitive starting salary of $75,000 - $95,000. Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. About Sensient Flavors & Extracts: Sensient Flavors & Extracts Group develops, manufactures and distributes flavor and extract systems that are found in thousands of consumer products worldwide. The company's specialty systems are essential components of food, beverage, household and personal care products. Sensient's value-added flavors and fragrances enable our customers to excel in highly competitive global markets. The Flavors & Extracts Group is located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in (country) without the need for employment visa sponsorship. Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA #LI-LB1

About Us At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world s largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its colleagues and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs. Summary As a Development Chemist, you will be responsible for executing development assignments, determinations and tests under the supervision of the manager/supervisor or in assistance to a senior level Chemist, in order to contribute to the: Development or improvement of products in support of the strategic plan. Investigation and utilization of raw materials in newly developed and existing products. Resolving of customer related issues. Project work is performed in cooperation with a variety of internal and external contacts. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation of Chemistry knowledge, perform well in a collaborative team environment, strong critical thinking skills, is comfortable presenting technical information to a group and has strong technical writing skills. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop and improve chemical products used in a variety of manufacturing and mechanical systems in order to enhance processes, safety and quality in order to meet customer needs and provide solutions to application problems. Investigate applicability of new and replacement raw materials in order to enhance performance and minimize cost. Evaluate and incorporate alternate raw materials in existing products. Carry out clearly specified tests and determinations, in order to answer questions and address problems of customers. Develops and performs customer requested product analysis and testing. Determine performance characteristics of competitive products using physical, instrumental and wet analysis techniques. Clearly and orderly record all observations and data. Report results in a clear and concise manner to enhance technical exchange Provide legal and archival documentation for patent applications. Develop or improve test methods to enhance R&R, efficiency and field performance predictability. Additional Responsibilities Provide technical service and knowledge to customers and sales associates based upon the chemist s current level of expertise. Visits customers when required. Provide assistance to manufacturing in order to improve the quality and efficiency of the manufacturing process. Assist manufacturing and the quality assurance lab in solving quality and production problems. Comply with safety regulations and make recommendations towards the improvement of safety and environmental concerns. Maintain equipment, glassware and workspace in order to keep them clean and well-functioning. Properly dispose of all laboratory waste. Participate in ensuring good management of laboratory equipment and storage spaces for chemicals and raw materials. Follow all ISO quality and environmental standards as provided in the various procedural manuals. Ensure that all laboratory equipment is calibrated and functioning properly. Education/Experience This position requires at least a Bachelor Degree in Chemistry or equivalent. Must have the ability to work in a fast pace environment, to work at different projects at the same time, and to think analytically. In addition, must have good prioritization and communication skills (oral and writing). Must be involved, careful, precise, team player, flexible, result/customer oriented and takes initiative. Language Ability A good command of the English language is mandatory. Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; Spreadsheet software; Internet software and Database software. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The associate must be able to safely work in a variety of potentially hazardous situations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to carefully, and precisely manipulate samples, apparatus, and sensitive instruments. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk sit and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Quaker Houghton is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran s status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position may email ************************ . Salary range $54,000-$62,000.The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Job Posting: Quality Control Chemist III Schedule: 7 AM - 3:30 PM About the Role: The Quality Control Chemist III possesses a mastery of analytical instrumentation and analytical chemistry principles. Must be proficient in troubleshooting in the lab, discovering errors during review, writing experimental design, interpreting data; as well as reading and understanding USP-NF. Must possess the ability to understand and write laboratory assessment/investigation with little to no corrections, interview laboratory personnel to determine root cause and define effective corrective action. The candidate must be able to plan, organize, and complete projects independently on time with little to no delays. Candidate must demonstrate effective communication skills with various functional areas, project managers, and laboratory colleagues. Key Job Responsibilities Master the ability to perform analytical instrumentational testing to support finished products and raw materials testing in a regulated environment free of user errors. Master the analytical chemistry principles and instrumentation behind the laboratory testing to aid in troubleshooting his/her own or colleagues' testing issues. Proficient with wet chemistry analysis and master the analytical chemistry principles behind the analysis in order to successfully troubleshoot testing and provide insight during laboratory investigations. Master ability to read and understand USP-NF. Master understanding of cGMP requirements with little to no unplanned deviations. Master the Stability program. Master the organization QMS program to create documentation free from error, while meeting retrieval requirements and following record keeping procedures. Master ability to understand and perform calculations as required in BAP and in compendial methods and perform statistical evaluation during results calculation. Proficient in discovering calculation errors during data peer review, and documentation errors when reviewing peer documents. Master ability to write Experimental Design and how to interpret data. Master the ability to understand requirements under laboratory assessment and investigation. Master ability to write laboratory assessment/investigation with little to no corrections. Proficient at effective communication skills for interactions with laboratory colleagues, project managers, and colleagues from numerous functional areas. Proficient at listening actively and readily assumes responsibility for actions. Leads by example. Proficient at managing tactical steps to push projects forward. Demonstrates high standards of ethics and fairness. Creates culture of mutual trust and caring. Performs and assumes other duties and responsibilities, as may be required by the Supervisor and/or Manager, Quality Control. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related scientific discipline with 3-5 years of applicable laboratory experience preferable in the cosmetics/pharmaceutical OTC industry. Knowledge of computerized data acquisition and analysis systems, such as Waters Empower or PE Totalchrom is required. Complies with all safety standards while on Company premises and during performance of job functions. Must possess a good understanding of the safety standards and hazards associated with a Quality Control environment. Must be flexible to work modified work shift, as departmental needs demand. Must be discreet with confidential information of which he/she has access. Willingness to accept other duties, as assigned. Additional Qualifications Must possess good oral and written communication skills in Business English (spelling, grammar, and punctuation, etc.). Computer literacy in a Windows environment is required. Familiarity with Excel, Word and Outlook. Must possess the ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with internal and external customers, function as a team player, accept constructive criticism from management, and comply with Company policies. Diverse Experiences Blistex is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Blistex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or any other legally protected status. Career Growth Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become the best in our industry. You will find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, career opportunities and development opportunities to help you become a better professional and/or leader. Compensation The base pay for this position ranges from $67,000 to $72,000 annually. Pay is based on a number of factors including job related knowledge, skills and experience. The job role is eligible for a discretionary bonus that may be provided as part of a total compensation package. Benefits As part of the total compensation package a full range of benefits are offered including medical coverage, insurance, and financial benefits. For more information, please visit ******************************************

Title: Analytical ChemistLocation: Lemont ILHire Type: ContractSalary: $30-$34/hr Must have: 10+ years’ experience with operating and maintaining modern analytical and materials characterization equipment Overview:Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S. As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan. Job Duties: Conduct complex, multi-instrument analyses on materials related to electrochemical energy storage, nanomaterials, catalysts, and other advanced materials, ensuring timely reporting of results to facilitate process improvements. Troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance of analytical instruments, including calibration and coordination with manufacturers for annual preventative maintenance. Develop and maintain safety plans for instrument-related work. Train users on the correct operation of selected analytical instruments, monitor adherence to proper procedures, and maintain detailed instrument usage logs. Write and periodically update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety documentation for instrument operations, incorporating new protocols or materials as needed. Qualifications: Expertise in analytical techniques, including ICP-MS, ICP-OES, XRD, TGA/DSC, SEM-EDS, ion beam milling, and microwave sample digestion. Over 10 years of experience operating and maintaining modern analytical and materials characterization equipment in research settings focused on chemical synthesis. Strong oral and written communication skills for effective collaboration and reporting. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel for communication, data analysis, and record-keeping. Demonstrated ability to work flexible schedules, including occasional overtime or weekends, based on programmatic needs.

Responsibilities / Tasks Be knowledgeable in all the analysis performed by the QA Lab Technicians, QA Senior Lab Technicians and QA Chemists. Act as the back up to the Lab Technicians, Chemists regarding analytical testing and QA Manager and/or Director regarding product release. Assist with laboratory troubleshooting. knowledgeable in the use of HPLC and GCMS. Prepare laboratory reports, as needed. Trend lab data, report lab KPIs in cooperation with QA Manager and/or Director of QA Support the qualification, calibration and validation of new and existing laboratory instruments. Supervise the work of raw material alternate approvals. If needed, the support of the R&D can be solicited. Support the stability program. Maintain diverse data bases, as needed. Support internal auditing program Support the customer complaint program Perform water analysis testing to support the Marketing and/or Sales teams Your Profile / Qualifications EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE A minimum of an Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field and 4 or more years related experience and/or training is preferred; or 5-8 years of related experience without a degree. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. All of these tasks will be performed in English. COMPUTER SKILLS Ability to use Microsoft Office, with specific emphasis on Excel, Word to generate reports-to generate macros and programs for use at various manufacturing facilities. Ability to work with Outlook, databases and Power point presentations on the computer. REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid Drivers License and Passport is required. Ability to travel up to 15% of the time or as directed is expected. Prior experience in GMP is an essential requirement for the position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and listen. The employee frequently is required to be ambulatory; may need to remain seated for long periods of time; use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone keypad; reach with hands and arms; and be able to travel globally by train, plane, automobile or other means of transportation. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must also be able to handle various chemicals in a laboratory setting and be able to work with large-scale machinery to produce prototype products. A wide variety of chemicals will be used and the employee is expected to understand, utilize, and enforce proper safety. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to low. The work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Did we spark your interest? Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

Adisseo USA, Inc. manufactures various feed ingredients for the livestock, aquaculture, petfood, and wild animal feed markets. We are seeking an analytical chemist for its Hampshire, IL production plant. Under the direction of the Lab Manager, this person will oversee daily lab testing activities which involves analysis of customer feeds and pure ingredients and QA/QC of raw materials, intermediate and finished products. This position requires an individual that communicates well, pays attention to details, has a strong work ethic, and works well in a team setting. The position offers a dynamic, challenging, and rewarding atmosphere. Responsibilities * Receive, log and label feed samples for testing * Perform feed sample preparation which includes freezing, grinding, labelling and storage * Prepare solvents, reagents, and calibration solutions * Conduct tests, interpret, analyze data, and prepare reports * Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment which include but are not limited to HPLC, GC, viscometer, spectrophotometer, pH meter, water filtration system and laboratory hoods * Maintain calibration of pipettes and balances * Order lab supplies, monitor inventories and coordinate lab waste disposal * Maintain LIMS and update LIMS database as needed * Coordinate with corporate master lab in France on test procedure improvements, laboratory certification process and renewals * Communicate test results with Technical Managers as needed * Assist in building budget for the lab Qualifications * Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related science with at least 3 years of laboratory experience or Master of Science in Chemistry * Experience with HPLC and micro viscometer preferred * Proficient in using Microsoft 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)

Clean Earth is a leading provider of environmental services in the United States providing remediation, disposal, recycling, and beneficial reuse solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous waste, contaminated soil, and dredged material. Our vast portfolio of technologies and services touches nearly every industry that generates waste including energy, infrastructure, commercial, industrial, retail, and healthcare markets. Every day our teams across the country take a hands-on, dedicated approach to recycling and beneficially reusing waste that would otherwise go into landfills. We value our employees as our most important asset, and this is reflected in many areas across our company including recently being named a 2024 Most Loved Workplace . We are committed to creating a positive work culture that fosters growth and development while ensuring the health and safety of our employees. Why join Clean Earth? In addition to competitive pay, we also offer: + Health benefits available Day 1 + 401k available Day 1 + 10+ paid holidays/year + Free HAZWOPER training and certification + Overtime opportunities + Ability to be cross-trained into different roles **CDL A or B Sign-on $3,000.** Performs various assigned tasks and physical labor to ensure proper off-site treatment and disposal of customers' hazardous waste materials in accordance with environmentally responsible and cost-effective practices and Clean Earth policies, practices, and procedures. **Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions):** PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Handles hazardous materials including inventorying, identifying, segregating, and packaging waste material in accordance with Lab Pack policies, procedures and practices and all applicable regulations. - Perform onsite services which may include waste collection, consolidation (i.e., bulking, repackaging), sampling, safety/compliance inspections, and other related activities required by the customer/contract. - Assists other business groups, i.e., Depack, Retail and HHW, for both internally and onsite as needed. - Preparing shipment of packaged waste by inspecting, labeling, marking, and loading into the transport vehicle - Properly completes documentation including shipping papers, Land Disposal Restrictions (LDR's), evaluations/certifications and other required documentation in accordance with appropriate regulations and procedures. - May require obtaining and maintaining a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Hazmat Endorsement to legally operate Clean Earth vehicles necessary for transporting personnel and waste to and from customers' job locations. - Follows, understands, and promotes by example, all Health & Safety /Job Safety Analysis (JSA's) procedures including development of on-site Health &Safety plans/JSA's as outlined in the procedures and policies, - Performs other duties as assigned. **Preferred Qualifications:** **EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS:** Entry Level Associates Degree(Preferred Bachelor of Science) **MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE** **Completion of the following curriculum:** - 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER (29 CFR 1910.120) - Acquisition of Commercial Driver' s License (B or C) with Hazmat Endorsement - Clean Earth Lab Pack I Training - (24 hours) - RCRA/DOT refresher course - Department of Transportation - Lab Pack definitions and procedures - Lab pack Field Program - Introduction to High Hazardous Cylinder Assessment course - Customer Interactions - Waste Management Methods - On-Site Expectations - Manifest/ LDR Completion - Health & Safety course(s) - Customer Approach - 40 hours Depack Experience - Forklift Training Clean Earth offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco Clean Earth's website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Clean Earth offers the following alternate application procedure: Call toll free ************** and leave your name, phone number, city and state of residence. Clean Earth will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. This line is dedicated to disability applications only. No other inquiries will receive a response.

We've been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there's a good chance you're only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It's what you'd expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries. Job Purpose Execute defined tasks of a project or lab work request for new product introduction, raw material changes, product testing, and root cause analysis. Anticipates or suggests work required or follow-up experiments to achieve an objective. Key Requirements * Understand the purpose of formulation components and reformulate to solve internal and external customer issues. * Manage the assigned lab work requests/projects to include including planning and timeline, on a weekly basis. * Completes tasks in accordance with quality standards as set by laboratory management to include ISO 9001. * Maintains detailed technical records in the form of electronic notebook and/or computer databases. * Provide data-driven insights to support diagnostics and resolution of issues in manufacturing, application, and formulation. * Summarize test data in the form of spreadsheets, reports, and presentation. Will analyze data and submit recommendations. * Infer next course of experimental actions from completed testing and results. * Follows safe work practices for personal and equipment safety, in both the laboratory and in the field. Job Requirements * Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field. * 2 years' experience in a laboratory environment. Experience in chemical manufacturing preferred. Academic experience may be substituted for work experience. * Background in chemistry/polymers required. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Effective interpersonal skills. * Proficient in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of SAP preferred. Physical Requirements * Ability to lift up to 25-40 pounds. * Work with and reach for hazardous materials located at higher shelves. * Wear a respirator and safety shoes for extended periods of time during a day. * Ability to stand on feet and spray paint for the entire duration of a day. Rewards and Benefits The salary range for these skills is $60,000.00 - $68,500. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future. Perks for Joining AkzoNobel! 401K retirement savings with 6% company match • Annual bonus • Medical insurance with HAS • Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits • Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay • Short and Long-Term Disability • Paid Parental leave • Career growth opportunities • Active Diversity and Inclusion Networks • Employee referral bonus • Employee appreciation days #LI-VS1 #LI-hybrid All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. Requisition ID: 46210

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Assists in coordinating and delegating laboratory testing by setting priorities based on the needs of operations. Tests materials as assigned by QC management using various types of equipment - HPLC-SQMS, LC-MSMS, LC TOF-MS, GC-MS, GC-MSMS Independently sets up, runs, and troubleshoots instrumentation. Performs data interpretation using Mass Hunter, Chemstation, and Chromeleon. Reports and performs peer review data. Revises and creates SOPs as needed. Provides guidance and training to other chemists. Assists and conducts method transfers and validation in coordination with the Method Development group. Records and evaluates data and documentation for completeness. Initiates out-of-spec investigations. Performs various housekeeping duties in the lab, including disposing of hazardous waste and performing instrument PM and calibrations. Conducts research projects as assigned. Presents data through oral or poster presentations at various conferences. Complies with safety and GMP requirements. SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT Supports a culture of safe laboratory and production and exhibits safe work practices. Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in safety activities. Effectively provides and accepts constructive peer-to-peer feedback on safety performance. Adheres to policies, procedures, SOP's, safe work practices, and safety policies and procedures. Reports ALL workplace incidents to supervisor immediately. Communicates concerns to supervisor, reports hazards, and provides input on prevention. Properly uses, wears, and stores Personal Protective Equipment when required. Participates on safety teams and/or completes safety-related activities as part of regular job responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or equivalent from a four-year college or technical school in a laboratory science such as Biology, Chemistry or related field, and at least five years laboratory experience including hands-on instrumental analysis (such as HPLC-SQMS, LC-MSMS, LC TOF-MS, GC-MS, GC-MSMS), interpreting, reporting and reviewing data generated by software such as Mass Hunter, Chemstation, and Chromeleon, troubleshooting, and training experience. Familiarity with general laboratory safety, procedures, and instrumentation. Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel, are required. Experience with database management systems such as Oracle and LIMS. Must be knowledgeable with cGMP regulations. 2025 BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

Verdant Specialty Solutions is a global specialty chemical company. Its customers include world-leading personal care and home care brands, energy solutions providers, and industrial companies. Verdant's vision is to be the go-to provider of batch specialty surfactant-based chemistry for applications in the consumer and industrial markets. Based in Houston, the company has nine locations in the US and Europe. Verdant's international team of 280 employees are committed to safety, quality, and supply reliability. Why Join Verdant? Opportunities for growth Verdant is a fast-growing company that has the spirit of a small business. The company was formed in May 2021, so every employee plays an important role in culture and performance. It offers a dynamic ‘start up' atmosphere with opportunities for professional growth. Committed to safety Despite having the spirit of a small business, Verdant rivals against larger companies in its commitment to safety. Verdant prides itself on industry-leading environmental, safety, health, and quality standards. At Verdant, there is no priority higher than safety. About the position Quality Control Chemist is responsible for performing tasks that support the operations unit during batch processing, including quality control inspections, checks, and tests during all stages of production and certifying products for shipment. Essential Job Responsibilities: Understanding laboratory calibration procedures and protocol QC Chemist must work and effectively communicate with supervisors, managers, other QC Chemists, chemical operators, maintenance technicians, material handlers, contractors, and engineers. Making and recording observations and for improving processes Maintaining the retain system. Manipulation of the computer systems to enter data, manage inventories, and generate Certificates of Analysis (LIMS and SAP) Effectively communicating the process stage and disposition information on batches Miscellaneous sample analysis for the investigation of customer complaints, concerns, or requests Participation in Gauge R&R studies to validate methods and analysts. Following laboratory procedures in disposing of laboratory waste in order to insure environmental compliance. Following laboratory procedures for labeling and storage, and safe handling of chemicals Perform analyses of incoming raw materials using approved, methods and specifications in order to certify their quality. Carry out in-process and final product analyses. Certify products for shipment. Support / adhere to all quality system requirements, including ISO 9001, European Federation for Cosmetic Ingredients (EFfCI), Good Manufacturing Practices and Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), consistent with Manufacturing Excellence and HSSE Management Systems as it relates to this position Requirements Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Biology, or a high school diploma in addition to related laboratory experience. Ability to perform job activities in compliance with HSE policies and procedures. Knowledge of standard concepts and practices within the field of chemistry. Knowledge in performing wet and instrumental analyses for controlling chemical processes. Understanding of laboratory safety techniques. Understanding of solution preparation Understanding of when and how to report incidents or accidents. Effective communication. Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel, email, and navigating file servers and web-based programs. Certain degree of creativity and independence to accomplish goals. HSSE Responsibilities: Follow all site HSSE policies and procedures. Completely understand and follow plant life critical procedures. Use appropriate PPE based on job task. Fully participate in plant health, safety and environmental (HS&E) initiatives Complete live and computer-based training to comply with HS&E requirements and policies. Attend required daily and monthly safety meetings. Maintain housekeeping standards. Follow laboratory procedures for labeling and storage, and safe handling of chemicals. Appropriately handle the Generate and handle hazardous waste as part of lab operations utilizing satellite containers. Responsible for container labeling and marking, moving containers, and may collect samples to assist with characterization of waste. The salary range for this position starts at $23.80 per hour. Verdant offers competitive pay based on your qualifications and experience, with different wage levels for various Quality Control Chemist roles. Benefits Competitive and comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits. Generous matching 401k Plan Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account with employer contribution and yearly roll over (cannot be combined with FSA) Health advocacy and services Company paid life insurance Company paid short term disability insurance Paid Vacation and Holidays Employee Assistance Program Company discount programs available including discounts on gym membership and equipment, hotels, rental cars, etc. EOE AA M/F/Vets/Disabled Benefit Summary

Join Our Team as an R&D Chemist and Help Shape the Future of Personal Care & Cosmetics! We're looking for an innovative R&D Chemist to join our dynamic team and work with some of the biggest names in the personal care and cosmetic industries. Stay ahead of the latest trends, ingredients, and innovations to drive exciting new products. If you're ready to make a real impact in the personal care industry, we want you on our team! Schedule: M-F 1st shift (flexibility with start time) Salary: 60K-75K Location: Countryside, IL Key Responsibilities: Research and develop skin, body, and other personal care products using cosmetic science. Help improve and scale manufacturing processes for products. Keep detailed and accurate records of experiments and formulations. Stay updated on new trends, ingredients, and innovations in the market. Strong understanding of cosmetic science. Ability to create, test, and improve product formulas. Skilled at solving formulation problems creatively. Ability to analyze data and make decisions to improve products. Good communication skills and experience writing reports. Qualifications: B.S. degree in Chemistry or a related field. 1-3 years of experience within personal care industry working with products like lotions, shampoos, conditioners, etc Cosmetic experience is a plus! ***This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!***

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you. We are looking for an Analytical Chemist to join our team and support our Winning Flavors Business in North America. This position is a key member of the Sensient team, where you will be required to collaborate at our onsite in Hoffman Estates, 5 days per week. What you will do: Perform flavor research and analysis functions as needed Independently operate HPLC, GC-MS, and GC for food and flavor analysis samples, as needed Develop and validate non-volatile HPLC methods for both beverage and food products Initiate and develop projects and initiatives to improve Analytical Services with respect to workflow, instrumentation, methodology, lab resources and data management Maintain and troubleshoot HPLC and GCMS systems Proactively seek new, more efficient and accurate ways of conducting test procedures and practices to promote lab performance. Maintain awareness of evolving trends in HPLC and GCMS Leverage soft skills to thrive in a highly collaborative winning environment Facilitate information sharing across groups to communicate analytical chemistry information to other groups within Sensient and to customers, as needed Performs technical mentorship functions as needed Ensures continuing technical and leadership development of staff Assist in providing analytical perspective in budgeting process and be accountable for budget and results of team What you will bring: Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry with 5+ years of experience in flavor analytical chemistry or related field Or Master's Degree and 3+ years of experience or Ph.D. Required experience with independently operating Agilent HPLC instrumentation 1200 series and Agilent OpenLab CDS Version 2 Preferred experience with operating Agilent series GC and GCMS instrumentation and Agilent Mass Hunter and Chemstation processing software Demonstrated experience developing and validating non-volatile HPLC methods for both beverage and food products What you'll get: Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond This role pays a competitive starting salary of $75,000 - $95,000. Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. About Sensient Flavors & Extracts: Sensient Flavors & Extracts Group develops, manufactures and distributes flavor and extract systems that are found in thousands of consumer products worldwide. The company's specialty systems are essential components of food, beverage, household and personal care products. Sensient's value-added flavors and fragrances enable our customers to excel in highly competitive global markets. The Flavors & Extracts Group is located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in (country) without the need for employment visa sponsorship. Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA #LI-LB1

Job Posting: Quality Control Chemist III

Responsibilities / Tasks Be knowledgeable in all the analysis performed by the QA Lab Technicians, QA Senior Lab Technicians and QA Chemists. Act as the back up to the Lab Technicians, Chemists regarding analytical testing and QA Manager and/or Director regarding product release. Assist with laboratory troubleshooting. knowledgeable in the use of HPLC and GCMS. Prepare laboratory reports, as needed. Trend lab data, report lab KPIs in cooperation with QA Manager and/or Director of QA Support the qualification, calibration and validation of new and existing laboratory instruments. Supervise the work of raw material alternate approvals. If needed, the support of the R&D can be solicited. Support the stability program. Maintain diverse data bases, as needed. Support internal auditing program Support the customer complaint program Perform water analysis testing to support the Marketing and/or Sales teams Your Profile / Qualifications EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE A minimum of an Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field and 4 or more years related experience and/or training is preferred; or 5-8 years of related experience without a degree. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. All of these tasks will be performed in English. COMPUTER SKILLS Ability to use Microsoft Office, with specific emphasis on Excel, Word to generate reports-to generate macros and programs for use at various manufacturing facilities. Ability to work with Outlook, databases and Power point presentations on the computer. REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid Drivers License and Passport is required. Ability to travel up to 15% of the time or as directed is expected. Prior experience in GMP is an essential requirement for the position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and listen. The employee frequently is required to be ambulatory; may need to remain seated for long periods of time; use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone keypad; reach with hands and arms; and be able to travel globally by train, plane, automobile or other means of transportation. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must also be able to handle various chemicals in a laboratory setting and be able to work with large-scale machinery to produce prototype products. A wide variety of chemicals will be used and the employee is expected to understand, utilize, and enforce proper safety. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to low. The work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Did we spark your interest? Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

Clean Earth is a leading provider of environmental services in the United States providing remediation, disposal, recycling, and beneficial reuse solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous waste, contaminated soil, and dredged material. Our vast portfolio of technologies and services touches nearly every industry that generates waste including energy, infrastructure, commercial, industrial, retail, and healthcare markets. Every day our teams across the country take a hands-on, dedicated approach to recycling and beneficially reusing waste that would otherwise go into landfills. We value our employees as our most important asset, and this is reflected in many areas across our company including recently being named a 2024 Most Loved Workplace . We are committed to creating a positive work culture that fosters growth and development while ensuring the health and safety of our employees. Why join Clean Earth? In addition to competitive pay, we also offer: Health benefits available Day 1 401k available Day 1 10+ paid holidays/year Free HAZWOPER training and certification Overtime opportunities Ability to be cross-trained into different roles Job Description CDL A or B Sign-on $3,000. Performs various assigned tasks and physical labor to ensure proper off-site treatment and disposal of customers' hazardous waste materials in accordance with environmentally responsible and cost-effective practices and Clean Earth policies, practices, and procedures. Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions): PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Handles hazardous materials including inventorying, identifying, segregating, and packaging waste material in accordance with Lab Pack policies, procedures and practices and all applicable regulations. • Perform onsite services which may include waste collection, consolidation (i.e., bulking, repackaging), sampling, safety/compliance inspections, and other related activities required by the customer/contract. • Assists other business groups, i.e., Depack, Retail and HHW, for both internally and onsite as needed. • Preparing shipment of packaged waste by inspecting, labeling, marking, and loading into the transport vehicle • Properly completes documentation including shipping papers, Land Disposal Restrictions (LDR's), evaluations/certifications and other required documentation in accordance with appropriate regulations and procedures. • May require obtaining and maintaining a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Hazmat Endorsement to legally operate Clean Earth vehicles necessary for transporting personnel and waste to and from customers' job locations. • Follows, understands, and promotes by example, all Health & Safety /Job Safety Analysis (JSA's) procedures including development of on-site Health &Safety plans/JSA's as outlined in the procedures and policies, • Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Preferred Qualifications: EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS: Entry Level Associates Degree(Preferred Bachelor of Science) MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE Completion of the following curriculum: • 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER (29 CFR 1910.120) • Acquisition of Commercial Driver' s License (B or C) with Hazmat Endorsement • Clean Earth Lab Pack I Training - (24 hours) • RCRA/DOT refresher course • Department of Transportation • Lab Pack definitions and procedures • Lab pack Field Program • Introduction to High Hazardous Cylinder Assessment course • Customer Interactions • Waste Management Methods • On-Site Expectations • Manifest/ LDR Completion • Health & Safety course(s) • Customer Approach • 40 hours Depack Experience • Forklift Training Additional Information Clean Earth offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco Clean Earth's website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Clean Earth offers the following alternate application procedure: Call toll free ************** and leave your name, phone number, city and state of residence. Clean Earth will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. This line is dedicated to disability applications only. No other inquiries will receive a response.

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you. We are looking for an Analytical Chemist to join our team and support our Winning Flavors Business in North America. This position is a key member of the Sensient team, where you will be required to collaborate at our onsite in Hoffman Estates, 5 days per week. What you will do: * Perform flavor research and analysis functions as needed * Independently operate HPLC, GC-MS, and GC for food and flavor analysis samples, as needed * Develop and validate non-volatile HPLC methods for both beverage and food products * Initiate and develop projects and initiatives to improve Analytical Services with respect to workflow, instrumentation, methodology, lab resources and data management * Maintain and troubleshoot HPLC and GCMS systems * Proactively seek new, more efficient and accurate ways of conducting test procedures and practices to promote lab performance. * Maintain awareness of evolving trends in HPLC and GCMS * Leverage soft skills to thrive in a highly collaborative winning environment * Facilitate information sharing across groups to communicate analytical chemistry information to other groups within Sensient and to customers, as needed * Performs technical mentorship functions as needed * Ensures continuing technical and leadership development of staff * Assist in providing analytical perspective in budgeting process and be accountable for budget and results of team What you will bring: * Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry with 5+ years of experience in flavor analytical chemistry or related field * Or Master's Degree and 3+ years of experience or Ph.D. * Required experience with independently operating Agilent HPLC instrumentation 1200 series and Agilent OpenLab CDS Version 2 * Preferred experience with operating Agilent series GC and GCMS instrumentation and Agilent Mass Hunter and Chemstation processing software * Demonstrated experience developing and validating non-volatile HPLC methods for both beverage and food products What you'll get: * Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week * An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities * A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond This role pays a competitive starting salary of $75,000 - $95,000. Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. About Sensient Flavors & Extracts: Sensient Flavors & Extracts Group develops, manufactures and distributes flavor and extract systems that are found in thousands of consumer products worldwide. The company's specialty systems are essential components of food, beverage, household and personal care products. Sensient's value-added flavors and fragrances enable our customers to excel in highly competitive global markets. The Flavors & Extracts Group is located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in (country) without the need for employment visa sponsorship. Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA #LI-LB1

Responsibilities / Tasks * Be knowledgeable in all the analysis performed by the QA Lab Technicians, QA Senior Lab Technicians and QA Chemists. * Act as the back up to the Lab Technicians, Chemists regarding analytical testing and QA Manager and/or Director regarding product release. * Assist with laboratory troubleshooting. * knowledgeable in the use of HPLC and GCMS. * Prepare laboratory reports, as needed. * Trend lab data, report lab KPIs in cooperation with QA Manager and/or Director of QA * Support the qualification, calibration and validation of new and existing laboratory instruments. * Supervise the work of raw material alternate approvals. If needed, the support of the R&D can be solicited. * Support the stability program. * Maintain diverse data bases, as needed. * Support internal auditing program * Support the customer complaint program * Perform water analysis testing to support the Marketing and/or Sales teams Your Profile / Qualifications EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE A minimum of an Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field and 4 or more years related experience and/or training is preferred; or 5-8 years of related experience without a degree. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. All of these tasks will be performed in English. COMPUTER SKILLS Ability to use Microsoft Office, with specific emphasis on Excel, Word to generate reports-to generate macros and programs for use at various manufacturing facilities. Ability to work with Outlook, databases and Power point presentations on the computer. REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid Drivers License and Passport is required. Ability to travel up to 15% of the time or as directed is expected. Prior experience in GMP is an essential requirement for the position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and listen. The employee frequently is required to be ambulatory; may need to remain seated for long periods of time; use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone keypad; reach with hands and arms; and be able to travel globally by train, plane, automobile or other means of transportation. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must also be able to handle various chemicals in a laboratory setting and be able to work with large-scale machinery to produce prototype products. A wide variety of chemicals will be used and the employee is expected to understand, utilize, and enforce proper safety. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to low. The work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Did we spark your interest? Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.