quality control expert 3.

job summary:
We are seeking a detail driven, scientifically curious QC Chemist to join our Process Control Laboratory in Branchburg, NJ. In this role, you'll be a key contributor to the qualification, improvement, and implementation of new analytical equipment and methodologies that support high purity chemical manufacturing for the semiconductor industry.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of hands on laboratory work, method development, and continuous improvement. You'll work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure our analytical capabilities evolve with the rapidly advancing needs of the electronics materials sector.

 
location: Somerville, New Jersey
job type: Contract
salary: $50.00 - 52.11 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:
Laboratory Testing & Process Support

- Perform routine and non routine analyses on in process materials, intermediates, and finished products using techniques such as viscosity, density, Karl Fischer moisture analysis, absorbance/UV Vis, color measurement, GC, HPLC, and titration.

- Interpret analytical data to support real time process control decisions and ensure product quality meets stringent specifications.

- Troubleshoot analytical issues and support root cause investigations for process deviations or out of specification results.

Equipment Qualification & Implementation

- Assist in the qualification, calibration, and verification of new analytical instruments, ensuring compliance with internal quality standards and regulatory expectations.

Method Development, New Method Qualification & Continuous Improvement

- Support the development, optimization, and qualification of new analytical methods, ensuring they meet performance requirements for accuracy, precision, sensitivity, and robustness.

- Conduct and support Gage R&R studies to evaluate measurement system capability and ensure analytical methods and instruments deliver reliable, reproducible data.

- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce variability, and improve laboratory efficiency.

- Participate in cross functional improvement initiatives related to process control, quality systems, and equipment reliability.

Documentation & Compliance

- Maintain accurate laboratory records, including test results, instrument logs, qualification reports, and change control documentation.

- Ensure all work complies with ISO, GMP, and internal quality system requirements.

- Contribute to SOP creation, revision, and training activities.

 
qualifications:
Required

- Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.

- 3-5 years of experience in a QC, analytical, or process control laboratory environment.

- Hands on experience with instrumental analysis such as GC, HPLC, Karl Fischer, titration, viscosity, density, absorbance, and color measurement.

- Strong understanding of analytical chemistry principles and data interpretation.

- Excellent documentation, communication, and problem solving skills.

- Microsoft Word, Excel

Preferred

- MSc or PhD in Analytical Chemistry

- Experience in semiconductor materials, high purity chemicals, or specialty chemicals manufacturing.

- Experience performing or interpreting Gage R&R or other measurement system analysis (MSA) studies.

- Experience with new method qualification or method validation activities.

- Knowledge of statistical process control and quality risk management tools.

- Experience working in ISO certified or GMP regulated environments.

- Experience with EMPOWER, CHEMSTATION, Minitab, SAP

- Agilent 8890 GC experience

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skills: Chemistry, High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Quality Control (QC)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.