Chemist Jobs in Oak Lawn, IL

Chemist Duration: 3/10/2025 to 6/13/2025 Job Description: The Chemist will be assisting with ODCM/Radiochemistry task items while the current site chemist is on temporary leave. The Chemist will be upkeeping the requirements of the Offsite Dose Calculation Manual, which is a NRC requirement. Qualifications: Nuclear power plant experience mandatory Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or related field 8 years as Chemist or directly related experience About NPower Solutions, LLC: At NPower, we are proud to be a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) and a leading provider of nuclear staff augmentation services across North America. Our mission is driven by a commitment to integrity, excellence, and innovation, ensuring our clients receive top-quality support during critical times. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment and are passionate about delivering solutions that exceed expectations. Equal Opportunity Employer: NPower Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications and business needs, and we do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. At NPower, we are committed to transparency and employee well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, health insurance plans (medical, dental, and vision), generous paid time off, and a retirement savings plan with company matching. Additionally, we provide life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and opportunities for continuous learning and development. Please note that paid time off (PTO) is available for eligible positions.

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. (NPAA) offers employees a generous earned bonus structure including monthly hourly attendance bonuses, merit increases and a annual bonus incentive plan. Employees receive 11 paid holidays per year, earn paid time off, can enroll in comprehensive health and welfare plans and a 401K plan with an exceptional company match. We provide employee recognition programs, tuition reimbursement and much more. When you join our team, you are part of our NPAA family. We hold several events throughout the year for our employees to show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication. Come join a great team! POSITION SUMMARY: This position requires customer focused lab work as assigned by supervisor, including paint and panel preparation, customer correlation work, record keeping, and other customer/product support activities as established by supervisor. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Technical Skills: Requires general understanding of formula raw materials, and the general function of each component. Recognizes technical issues, applies basic understanding of coatings chemistry working with supervisor to analyze project results, and establishing a path forward for project. Contributes ideas for internal and external problem solving, uses product loading charts for formulating new colors, and may have occasional direct customer contact. Application Knowledge: Uses hand-spray application equipment to generate consistent test/evaluation panels. Learning key customer application methods and automated spray equipment concepts (e-state, rotary, etc). Gaining a deeper understanding of the concepts required for consistent spray correlation (ie. atomization, gun speed and distance). Spray per existing correlations with limited assistance and capable of creating a new customer correlation with assistance. Modify product or application settings to improve product work-ability with guidance. Communication Skills: (oral and written): Communicate technical information/project results to chemists, group managers, and the Technical Director. Communicate frequently with in house representatives at assigned accounts and occasionally visit customer with Field Technical Service Team. Write monthly reports to manager, keep detailed records of all project formulations, results, and analyses in laboratory notebook; write detailed laboratory reports with conclusions, analysis, and supporting data for internal and external review. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and uses these tools to clearly communicate ideas and data. Customer Focus: Travel with other NPAA personnel to support customer needs. Demonstrate basic understanding of internal NPAA procedures to address customer requests. Adjust schedule as management requests in order to meet customer expectations and timelines. Relay results directly to Field Technical Service with management review. Basic customer interaction required with assistance . Business Process: Use existing business processes in order to transition paint from Lab to Plant to Customer including: RMIF, TSCA/DSL, NMI, Test Lab/Spec Testing, Formula Holds, SAP, AS/400, EDS, Mass Change, Lab Notebooks, Customer Idios, Customer Correlations and Complaint Process. Requires detailed understanding of these processes, and independent use in order to move tasks forward, including completion with a focus on timeliness. Move waste from generation point to 90-day Storage Area Properly close and label waste containers using NB Coatings procedures POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors Degree in Chemistry or other science field with 2 years relevant experience. Willing and able to travel and work overtime as required. Strong work ethic, able to work well with minimal supervision. Adapts well to priority shifts. Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Our Formulation Chemist Lead position is a great opportunity to work with a leading Personal Care company that provides amazing employee experience and growth opportunities! This is your chance to work in a high-tech laboratory with cutting-edge equipment and technology. We are looking for a sharp professional that possesses these top 3 skills: Personal care/ OTC product experience formulation experience Laboratory leadership 7+ years of bench experience Pay: $100k-$120k Schedule: M-F 8a-4:15p Type of Job: Direct Hire Location: 100% onsite- Oak Brook At this time, Astrix cannot transfer nor sponsor a work Visa for this position. Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, etc! Great PTO/holiday policy! 401k, profit-sharing plan, tuition reimbursement, etc. Parental Leave, adoption assistance, etc. And so much more! Formulation Chemist Lead Daily Tasks: What you will do: Formulate new recipes Scale up new formulations Understand the technical, regulatory, competitive, cost, operational, project timing, etc aspects that go into scaling up products to make an organization successful. Propose solutions to raw material issues when working with vendors Maintain quality, accuracy, and documentation of work Keep up with new industry trends Collaborate with other internal teams Formulation Chemist Lead Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field with 5 years of relevant experience in the cosmetics or pharmaceutical OTC industry 7-10+ years of Product formulation experience (personal care products/ OTC products) We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or another related life science discipline, OR Associate degree with 2+ years' work experience in biology, chemistry or another related life science discipline. Knowledge of analytical chemistry, analytical microbiology, analytical biology, environmental monitoring, and plant hygiene processes and procedures. Preferred experience with Minitab and MS Office. Experience working in a cGMP Quality Control Laboratory. Experience working with laboratory equipment such as (HPLC, GC, UV/Vis, TOC, AA, and KF)

We are seeking a Food Scientist to drive innovation, renovation, and optimization within our retail and food service division. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards while aligning with consumer trends. Responsibilities include developing culinary prototypes, formulating new products, ensuring food safety and quality, optimizing processes, and improving cost efficiency. A passion for the food industry, strong knowledge of market trends, and a creative mindset are essential. Key Responsibilities: Manage multiple projects simultaneously in an organized and efficient manner. Lead technical projects from concept to commercialization, conducting plant tests, analyzing data, and documenting results. Collaborate with sales and marketing to develop new product concepts and guide them through the entire NPD process, from ideation to launch. Identify and integrate emerging culinary trends into product development. Partner with plant operations and FSQA teams to enhance existing product lines. Develop new SKUs utilizing established formulas and processing methods as a foundation. Work with operations and finance teams to identify opportunities for improving formulation, raw material processing, cooking programs, and packaging processes to enhance revenue and margin growth. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Food Science or a related field. 3+ years of experience in food product development. Strong understanding of ingredient functionality and the relationship between formula and process. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. Excellent communication, influencing, presentation, and project management skills. Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to align development work with company objectives. Experience coaching and training staff in new processes.

Experienced with and strong working knowledge of the above instruments, with demonstrated strong lab skills. Excellent documentation skills, with GMP/ GLP experience. May have publications, or experience in presentation of findings to scientific organizations. (preferred but not required) BS in Chemistry 2-5 yrs. lab experience or Master's Degree. Experienced with instruments including HPLC, GC, UV/VIS, MS, etc. Strong documentation skills, familiarity of GMP, GLP or good understanding of working in regulated environment. Able to present findings to larger groups. Strong communication skills. Lab research experience (academic and / or industry) with proven-track record of presentations/publications (preferred but not required). Responsibilities: • Plan and execute assigned laboratory tasks utilizing standard procedures and technical understanding of various techniques to complete assigned tasks. • Develop protocols for more complex tests or experiments performed with less defined assays and parameters. • Apply basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and instrument related systems. • Presents conclusions of defined experiments. • Ensures safety and GxP requirements are met when performing tasks. • Ensures timely and GxP compliant delivery of high quality precise data Top skill requirements: • Method development and method validation for HPLC, UPLC, and Karl Fischer • Karl Fischer and Mass Spectrometry • Stability sample development • GMP • API, solid dose, tablets, capsules Education and experience: • BS/BA in Chemistry, Chemical Engineer, Biochemistry, Medical Technology, Biology or related field with minimum 2-5 yrs lab experience (pharmaceutical industry preferred) or Masters Degree. • Experienced use of analytical instruments including HPLC and chromatography data systems (i.e., Empower, Chromeleon). • Strong documentation skills, familiarity of GMP, GLP. • Able to present findings to larger groups. • Strong communication skills Other notable details: Well organized 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: 24-23149

Quality Control Expert -Chemistry Duration - 6months May work a 2 week 12-hour shift cycle on either a day or night shift assignment. Will train on 8hr days M-F first before covering the 12 hr. shift assignment Your Role: At Client, the Quality Control Scientist is responsible for performing multi-discipline analytical test methods for a variety of product lines to help achieve overall business objectives. This role is also responsible for maintaining the Product Stability, Product Retention, and Reverse Osmosis Water Quality Programs in accordance with the current regulatory guidelines. Additionally, this role supports Special Projects and Process Engineering analytical requirements to maintain existing, and future, business development. •Understands and works within a broad range of guidelines, standard operating procedures and/ or technical methods that involve a variety of routine work procedures with a moderate degree of supervision •Performs analytical testing on raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods adhering to GLPs, GMPs, and EHS requirements •Performs laboratory activities in a timely manner to meet manufacturing and product delivery deadlines •Interprets analytical data relative to specifications, process controls, and other analytical references •Performs investigations on aberrant data and initiate out of specification reports •Maintains and control quality records in compliance with regulatory requirements •Conducts laboratory support functions. Maintains supply levels to ensure availability •Performs simple laboratory instrument upkeep including the cleaning, calibration, and the preventive maintenance of the instrument •Performs high-level instrument troubleshooting activities. •Participates in audit readiness. •Works a 12-hour shift cycle every 2 weeks on either a day or night shift assignment Who you are: Minimum Qualifications •Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or another related life science discipline, OR Associate degree AND 2+ years' work experience in biology, chemistry or another related life science discipline Preferred Qualifications •Knowledge of analytical chemistry, analytical microbiology, analytical biology, environmental monitoring, and plant hygiene processes and procedures. Experience with Minitab and MS Office •1+ years of experience working in a cGMP Quality Control Laboratory •1 + years of experience working with laboratory equipment such as (HPLC, GC, UV/Vis, TOC, AA, and KF)

Job Title: Quality Control Scientist Duration: 6 + months Pay range : $23-24/hr Once training is complete enough to cover a 12-hour shift assignment, our current 12-hour shifts are Day Shift 6:00 am - 6:00 pm and Night shift 6:00 pm - 6:00 am. Position Summary Quality Control Scientist is responsible for performing multi-discipline analytical test methods for a variety of product lines to help achieve overall business objectives. This role is also responsible for maintaining the Product Stability, Product Retention, and Reverse Osmosis Water Quality Programs in accordance with the current regulatory guidelines. Additionally, this role supports Special Projects and Process Engineering analytical requirements to maintain existing, and future, business development. • Understands and works within a broad range of guidelines, standard operating procedures and/ or technical methods that involve a variety of routine work procedures with a moderate degree of supervision • Performs analytical testing on raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods adhering to GLPs, GMPs, and EHS requirements • Performs laboratory activities in a timely manner to meet manufacturing and product delivery deadlines • Interprets analytical data relative to specifications, process controls, and other analytical references • Performs investigations on aberrant data and initiate out of specification reports • Maintains and control quality records in compliance with regulatory requirements • Conducts laboratory support functions. Maintains supply levels to ensure availability • Performs simple laboratory instrument upkeep including the cleaning, calibration, and the preventive maintenance of the instrument • Performs high-level instrument troubleshooting activities. • Participates in audit readiness. • Works a 12-hour shift cycle every 2 weeks on either a day or night shift assignment Who you are: Minimum Qualifications • Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry, or another related life science discipline, OR Associate degree AND 2+ years work experience in biology, chemistry or another related life science discipline Preferred Qualifications • Knowledge of analytical chemistry, analytical microbiology, analytical biology, environmental monitoring, and plant hygiene processes and procedures. Experience with Minitab and MS Office • 1+ years of experience working in a cGMP Quality Control Laboratory • 1 + years of experience working with laboratory equipment such as (HPLC, GC, UV/Vis, TOC, AA, and KF) Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit ******************* to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

R&D Technician Job Description The successful candidate plays an integral role in Ostomy Research and Development initiatives. The primary responsibilities of the role are to work with engineers and scientists from Research and Development on prototyping new products or product changes, product testing, evaluating new technologies, and development of new methods or processes. II. RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will have responsibilities for: • Building prototypes according to detailed instructions and drawings. • Preparing material and/or product samples for testing per test method instructions. • Performing laboratory testing per established test methods and/or protocols. • Creating and maintaining effective and accurate records • Utilizing the electronic document management system to create and maintain electronic laboratory notebook entries • Generating basic MS Excel spreadsheets of test results • Performing weekly eye wash and safety shower inspections • Performing routine preventative maintenance on equipment. • Organizing and cleaning lab spaces as needed • Identifying inefficiencies and roadblocks in own work • Participating in gage R&Rs for test methods • Completing ongoing training requirements • Other duties as assigned III. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience / Education Requirements • 2-year associate degree or Trade Certification in a technical field and 0 - 2 years of experience working as a technician in an industrial/research laboratory setting, medical device industry preferred; or • 2 to 5 years of experience working as a technician in an industrial/research laboratory setting, medical device industry preferred Specialized skills/technical knowledge • Ability to work under the direction of other technicians, engineers, or scientists • Demonstrates working knowledge of technologies and processes used by the technical function • Strong communication skills, both orally and technical writing skills • Demonstrates a functional understanding of experimental design • Is familiar with equipment and processes used in new product development laboratories, for example leak testers, heat sealers, etc. • Familiar with Universal Test Equipment and Software • Working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including Excel • Possesses rote problem-solving skills • Familiarity with medical device quality and regulatory systems preferred Essential Functions of the Role • Talking, walking, vision, hearing, fine motor skills, writing, lifting up to 30 lbs (occasional), and pushing. • Some but not all aspects of this job could be modified to accommodate the physical abilities of a handicapped associate.

QC Analyst II Shift: M-F, mostly 1st shift with some flexibility to work 2nd shift as needed Pay: $31-33.65/HR, based on experience Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in biotechnology, biochemistry, chemistry, or related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech QC laboratory. Previous experience in a cGMP laboratory environment. Strong background in protein chemistry and experience troubleshooting analytical results. Demonstrated success in writing, revising, and complying with SOPs, protocols/reports, and QC method Expertise in techniques such as HPLC, SDS-PAGE, cell-based bioassays, capillary electrophoresis, ELISA, and standard compendial assays. Responsibilities: Perform analytical testing to support product in-process, release, and stability programs. Apply strong knowledge of cGMP, Quality Systems, and ICH/regulatory guidance in daily operations. Conduct, compile, and/or review Out of Specification lab investigations, deviations, and corrective and preventative action plans. Work with cross-functional teams to advance projects, maintain equipment, and author documents and reports. Train other analysts to perform laboratory procedures and assays. Participate in internal assessments and audits as required. Ensure compliance with all company policies and standards. Perform additional duties as assigned. This position is offered on a contract to hire basis, with permanent employment offered upon completing an initial 6 month contract.

Are you a creative and driven professional with a passion for developing innovative meat products? Join our team as a Food Scientist and lead the charge from concept ideation through commercialization. Be at the forefront of innovation, quality improvement, and cost savings while collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring exciting new products to market. Company At Land O'Frost, our brands of lunchmeat, hot dogs and specialty sausage products are recognized as one of the nation's best-selling and trusted brands. We have accomplished this through our incredible team of employees who are customer focused, motivated, achievers, developers, and purpose driven. How You Will Contribute Develop new meat products from concept ideation through commercialization. Lead and execute multiple projects concurrently, including innovation, quality improvement, product optimization, and cost savings. Develop manufacturing procedures, specifications, labels, and product costs. Collaborate with and lead cross-functional teams, both internal and external (co-manufacturers), in the execution of product launches. Influence business decisions by providing clear communication of results, technical hurdles with proposed solutions, and technical recommendations. Design and direct laboratory and production trials involving formulation, processing, packaging, and shelf life. Develop test plans with hypotheses and translate results to meet business objectives. Stay abreast of new developments in ingredient and process technologies, packaging, design, category trends, and related fields. Design and execute research to validate and implement new technologies to improve existing product performance or introduce new products. Collaborate with Regulatory partners on USDA requirements and regulations involving meat labeling, nutritional validation, GMO, allergen status, etc. Work with Operations and Business partners to identify opportunities to improve product performance or efficiencies. Develop strong relationships, both internally and externally (industry and academia), to execute projects and meet business objectives. Advise and mentor junior developers and cross-functional partners. About You 5+ years in product development, R&D, or a related field. Bachelor's degree required (Master's degree a plus) in Meat Science, Food Science, or a related field. Proficient in Microsoft 365. ERP system experience preferred. Local and/or overnight travel required (approximately 25%).

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. 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. 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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.

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.)

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.

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

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!***