Quality Control(QC) Chemist in Houston, TX - Kelly Services
Houston, TX 77006
About the Job
Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a QC Chemist at a leading client in the greater a Houston area.
The QC Chemist is responsible for ensuring the quality of materials and products through rigorous testing and analysis in compliance with all relevant regulatory and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, a commitment to quality, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct chemical, physical, and analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Perform routine and non-routine tests using analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, and other laboratory equipment.
• Accurately document and analyze test results, ensuring compliance with GMP/GLP standards.
• Participate in method development and validation processes as needed.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments to ensure accurate and reliable performance.
• Prepare and standardize reagents, solutions, and test materials as required.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory supplies and equipment inventory.
• Identify and report deviations or non-conformance issues and assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support quality and manufacturing operations.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field is required.
• 1-3 years of experience in a quality control laboratory, preferably in the chemical, pharmaceutical, or biomanufacturing industries.
• Proficiency with analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, and UV-Vis is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of GMP/GLP regulations and quality standards.
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask effectively.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds and work in a lab environment.
Pay Rate:
Pay rate dependent upon level of education and experience
Work Schedule:
• Monday – Friday, 1st Shift: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with some flexibility. (May include longer hours or weekend OT as needed.)
What Happens Next:
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience align with the position. Even if this opportunity doesn’t work out, joining our network means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, opening the door to limitless opportunities.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center.Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
The QC Chemist is responsible for ensuring the quality of materials and products through rigorous testing and analysis in compliance with all relevant regulatory and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, a commitment to quality, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct chemical, physical, and analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Perform routine and non-routine tests using analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, and other laboratory equipment.
• Accurately document and analyze test results, ensuring compliance with GMP/GLP standards.
• Participate in method development and validation processes as needed.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments to ensure accurate and reliable performance.
• Prepare and standardize reagents, solutions, and test materials as required.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory supplies and equipment inventory.
• Identify and report deviations or non-conformance issues and assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support quality and manufacturing operations.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field is required.
• 1-3 years of experience in a quality control laboratory, preferably in the chemical, pharmaceutical, or biomanufacturing industries.
• Proficiency with analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, and UV-Vis is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of GMP/GLP regulations and quality standards.
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask effectively.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds and work in a lab environment.
Pay Rate:
Pay rate dependent upon level of education and experience
Work Schedule:
• Monday – Friday, 1st Shift: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with some flexibility. (May include longer hours or weekend OT as needed.)
What Happens Next:
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience align with the position. Even if this opportunity doesn’t work out, joining our network means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, opening the door to limitless opportunities.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?
Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center.Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Source : Kelly Services