Are you a detail-oriented chemist with a passion for quality and precision? Our team is looking for a **QC Chemist I** to support pharmaceutical manufacturing by performing critical lab testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and final products. This is a **contract-to-hire** , lab-based role, in a GMP-regulated environment.
**Title** : QC Chemist I
**Location** : Chaska, MN
**Rate** : $25-27/hr.
**Schedule** : 2pm-12:30am | Mon-Thursday
**Temp-to-Hire**
**Summary** :
+ The QC Chemist I will ensure accurate, reproducible and timely QC testing in directly supporting in process manufacturing, release testing, and stability studies.
+ Perform testing on in-process product, final product, and raw materials for routine testing, validation testing, and stability testing
+ Communicate results through appropriate documentation and batch records, statistical analysis and trending.
+ Perform instrument maintenance
+ Identify and report equipment and method failures
+ Identify areas in the lab for continuous improvement
+ Participate in method improvements in the laboratory
**Requirements** :
+ BS in Chemistry or related life science
+ Experience in GMP lab applications
+ Basic understanding of chemical technology and methodology
+ Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software
+ Proven ability to work independently as well as function effectively as a team member
+ Proven ability to maintain a high attention to detail
**Benefits** :
+ Competitive compensation with annual reviews and a company-wide incentive bonus
+ Benefits that start the first of the month after you join as a full-time employee:
+ 3 medical insurance plans to fit your needs and budget including an HSA Plan with a generous company contribution
+ Low-cost dental and vision insurance
+ Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance all 100% company paid
+ 3 weeks of PTO in the first year (increases to 4 weeks after just 2 years!)
+ 9 paid company holidays (plus your birthday!)
+ 4 weeks of paid family leave after 1 year of employment
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ 401k plan with company matching contribution
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 worlds most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goalsits 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, were obsessed with where it can take you. To us, its about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. Its the fuel that powers every next step of your life. Its 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 lifejust ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of Californias 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.
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 Kellys Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of Californias state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
**Title** : QC Chemist I
**Location** : Chaska, MN
**Rate** : $25-27/hr.
**Schedule** : 2pm-12:30am | Mon-Thursday
**Temp-to-Hire**
**Summary** :
+ The QC Chemist I will ensure accurate, reproducible and timely QC testing in directly supporting in process manufacturing, release testing, and stability studies.
+ Perform testing on in-process product, final product, and raw materials for routine testing, validation testing, and stability testing
+ Communicate results through appropriate documentation and batch records, statistical analysis and trending.
+ Perform instrument maintenance
+ Identify and report equipment and method failures
+ Identify areas in the lab for continuous improvement
+ Participate in method improvements in the laboratory
**Requirements** :
+ BS in Chemistry or related life science
+ Experience in GMP lab applications
+ Basic understanding of chemical technology and methodology
+ Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software
+ Proven ability to work independently as well as function effectively as a team member
+ Proven ability to maintain a high attention to detail
**Benefits** :
+ Competitive compensation with annual reviews and a company-wide incentive bonus
+ Benefits that start the first of the month after you join as a full-time employee:
+ 3 medical insurance plans to fit your needs and budget including an HSA Plan with a generous company contribution
+ Low-cost dental and vision insurance
+ Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance all 100% company paid
+ 3 weeks of PTO in the first year (increases to 4 weeks after just 2 years!)
+ 9 paid company holidays (plus your birthday!)
+ 4 weeks of paid family leave after 1 year of employment
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ 401k plan with company matching contribution
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 worlds most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goalsits 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, were obsessed with where it can take you. To us, its about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. Its the fuel that powers every next step of your life. Its 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 lifejust ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of Californias 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.
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 Kellys Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of Californias state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
Job ID: 483042725
Originally Posted on: 6/27/2025
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