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An Analytical Chemist role in Greenwood, SC is now available through Adecco Healthcare and Life Science. In this position, you will be responsible for performing chemical and physical testing on raw materials, work-in-process and finished product samples to ensure quality and safety of consumers. Position type: Minimum 6-month+ temp/contract Pay rate: $21.00/hr. Shift: The work hours are from 1:00pm-1:30am (with a 30-minute lunch) Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday Week 2: Wednesday and Thursday Responsibilities: • Under minimal supervision performs / reviews analytical testing of Raw Materials, Work-In-Process, Finished Products for product approval and releases. • Performs physical and chemical testing in accordance with standard procedures, utilizing wet-chemistry and basic instrumental techniques. • Maintains accurate, up-to-date and concise laboratory notebooks and records. • Works as a member of the Laboratory Team to complete all required tasks in a timely manner. • Understand and precisely follows Standard Operating Procedures, global methods, local methods and published standard or compendia methods i.e. USP, AOCS, ASTM. • Provides training to employees on new and existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). • Provides support to the Operations personnel with analytical equipment and testing procedures. • Capable of operating and performing basic troubleshooting on analytical instruments (HPLC, Autotitrator, Karl Fischer, NIR, UV-Vis and FTIR). • Responsible for daily/monthly instrument calibrations to ensure all instruments are working properly. • Support laboratory equipment validations by executing or assisting vendors with Installation. • Assist the manufacturing site with product, equipment, and Cleaning & Sanitizing (C&S) validations by performing all required tests in a timely manner. • Participates on Out of Specification (OOS) investigations to collect the necessary samples and information to complete Laboratory Investigation Reports (LIR). • Supports, maintains and reviews data to identify trends and draw conclusions. • Understands and applies basic laboratory safety instructions, reagent handling precautions, and disposal of chemical waste according to local environmental regulations. Qualifications Required: • Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry with at least 2 years' experience in an Analytical laboratory. • Working knowledge and practical experience with cGMP and FDA regulations in a chemistry laboratory • Familiar with quality systems (i.e. Laboratory Investigation Reports (LIR), Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), calibration, validation, change control, etc.). • Good team player with strong relationship building skills. • Communicate Effectively - Clearly and simply expresses ideas and concepts. • Ability to gather relevant information efficiently and apply logic in solving problems and making decisions; using data to support recommendations; weighing risks and predicting benefits and costs. • Ability to plan, prioritize and adapt to circumstances as needed. • Set a positive example for conducting business in an ethical manner, managing stress, and creating a pleasant and balanced work environment. • Proficient knowledge of computer and computer software: Excel, Word, Power Point, etc. Preferred: • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related sciences major • 2+ years of experience in an Analytical laboratory • 1+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical, medical device, cosmetic or consumer products industries. • Experience with common Analytical Laboratory instrumentation (i.e. HPLC, NIR, Autotitrators, Karl Fischer, UV-Vis and FTIR) Why work for Adecco? Weekly Pay 401(k) Plan Skills Training Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. IMPORTANT: This job is being recruited for by Adecco's Medical and Science division, not your local Adecco Branch Office. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Pay Details: $21.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.