Production Chemist

Company: Actalent
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Production Chemist Job Description We are seeking a skilled Production Chemist to join our team and contribute to our chemical manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for handling raw materials, operating manufacturing equipment, and ensuring that all chemical operations are performed according to specific formulas to create new chemical compounds. Responsibilities Handle and manage all raw materials for chemical operations. Operate chemical manufacturing equipment and follow specific chemical formulas. Collaborate with engineers, production personnel, and the analytical team to ensure product specifications are met. Work closely with chemical engineers and R&D personnel to scale up processes. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related scientific field. Experience in chemical processing and manufacturing. Ability to work with R&D personnel, scale-up and process teams, operations, and laboratory settings. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in chemical synthesis. Strong laboratory skills. Work Environment The role involves working in a chemical manufacturing setting. Initial training occurs Monday through Friday on first shift hours (6 am to 2:30/3:30 pm). After training, the schedule shifts to a weekend day shift from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.50 - $29.50/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 21, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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