Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Production Chemist
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Production Chemist to join our team. This role involves handling raw materials and operating chemical manufacturing equipment to create new chemical compounds. The Production Chemist will work collaboratively with engineers, production personnel, and the analytical team to ensure product specifications are met and processes are scaled up effectively.
Responsibilities
- Manage and handle all raw materials for chemical operations.
- Operate chemical manufacturing equipment and follow specific chemical formulas.
- Collaborate with engineers, production personnel, and the analytical team to meet product specifications.
- Work with chemical engineers and R&D personnel to scale up processes.
Essential Skills
- Advanced education in the sciences (BS degree) or equivalent experience.
- Expertise in chemistry and chemical processing.
- Ability to work with R&D personnel and the scale-up and process team.
- Experience in producing high purity chemical compounds.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Proficiency in laboratory operations.
- Knowledge of chemical synthesis.
Work Environment
The role involves initial training from Monday to Friday on first shift hours (6 am to 2:30/3:30 pm). After three to four weeks, the schedule shifts to weekend day shifts, from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The work environment is a chemical manufacturing setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $29.50 - $29.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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