Chemist (1st shift - Entry Level)

Pay Rate Low: 19 \| Pay Rate High: 20

Entry-Level Chemist

📍 Willowbrook, IL

🏭 Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Industry

🕒 Day Shift \| Monday – Friday \| 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

💲 Pay Rate: $19–20/hour

📄 4-Month Contract-to-Hire Opportunity

• Candidates must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which includes THC testing

Position Summary

Our client, a growing pharmaceutical manufacturing company, is seeking an Entry-Level Chemist to join their laboratory team in Willowbrook, IL. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Chemistry graduate or early-career professional looking to gain hands-on experience within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment.

The ideal candidate will assist with laboratory testing, solution preparation, data analysis, and quality-related laboratory activities while working alongside experienced chemists and laboratory professionals. This role offers strong exposure to pharmaceutical laboratory operations, analytical testing, and quality control processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory procedures including preparation of chemical solutions, reagents, and sample analysis.
• Assist with analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to support quality and manufacturing operations.
• Analyze and document laboratory data to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Support laboratory experiments, testing activities, and method-related projects under the guidance of senior chemists.
• Prepare, calibrate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Accurately document experimental results, laboratory observations, and technical data in accordance with GMP documentation practices.
• Assist with quality control activities and ensure adherence to laboratory procedures and specifications.
• Follow all laboratory safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff and cross-functional teams to support daily operations and project timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline required.
• Strong understanding of chemistry principles and laboratory techniques.
• Familiarity with common laboratory equipment and analytical testing methods preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to accurately document data and follow detailed procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior laboratory internship, academic lab experience, or pharmaceutical industry exposure is a plus.

What This Opportunity Offers

• Hands-on experience within the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry
• Exposure to GMP-regulated laboratory environments and quality systems
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced chemists and laboratory professionals
• Potential for long-term employment through contract-to-hire conversion

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