Quality Control Chemist
University Park, IL
Full Time
Student (High School)
Be the Force Behind Quality and Operational Excellence
At Verdant Specialty Solutions, we’re not just producing specialty chemicals — we’re building a culture rooted in quality, safety, and innovation. We are seeking a Quality Control Chemist to join our team in University Park, Illinois. This is a full-time, on-site role within our Quality organization.If you are a hands-on chemist who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys driving operational excellence, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact.
What you’ll do:
- Perform in-process, final product, and raw material analyses
- Certify products for shipment and maintain accurate laboratory records
- Collaborate with operators, engineers, and QC colleagues to optimize processes
- Participate in process improvements, investigations, and quality initiatives
- Maintain compliance with ISO 9001, EFfCI, GMP, RSPO, and HSSE standards
- Operate SAP and other lab systems to track data, generate certificates, and manage inventories
- Follow lab safety protocols and ensure compliance with site safety standards
What we’re looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or equivalent laboratory experience
- Knowledge of wet chemistry, instrumental analyses, lab safety, and solution preparation
- Strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance
- Experience with GC, HPLC, IR, Karl Fischer, or micro lab techniques preferred
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Key considerations:
- Union position
- Rotating 12-hour shift schedule with built-in long weekends
- Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday (48 hours)
- Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday (36 hours)
- Shifts rotate between days and nights approximately every 10 weeks
Why you’ll love it here:
- Competitive base pay starting at $24.75 per hour with bonus potential
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement savings, and generous PTO
- Clear career progression opportunities from C Chemist to B and A Chemist levels
- Hands-on learning environment with exposure to specialty surfactant chemistries
Verdant Specialty Solutions is a dynamic, innovation-driven specialty chemicals company with a global footprint. Born from the McIntyre Group of the 1970s and relaunched in 2021, Verdant combines the agility of a small business with the safety, reliability, and scale of a larger organization, offering personal attention backed by industry-leading manufacturing and technical capabilities. With over 375 product offerings, nine strategic sites across the U.S. and Europe, and a steadfast commitment to sustainability, compliance, and customer-centric solutions, Verdant brings functional chemistry to life safely, reliably, and responsibly.
Ready to make your next move? Apply today and let’s win together!
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