Job Information
Actalent Chemical Operator in Grafton, Wisconsin
Job Title: Chemist OperatorJob Description
The Chemist Operator will produce Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients using Chemical Reactors. They will follow a specific Batch Record to ensure a consistent product.
Responsibilities
Handle various unit operations such as reactions, filtration, distillation, drying, milling, etc., performed on raw materials and at various stages of chemical processing according to written manufacturing procedures and SOPs.
Follow and document per batch sheet instructions to produce products in accordance with all cGMP guidelines.
Set up equipment including vessels, tanks, centrifuges, and dryers for proper processing.
Clean and verify equipment and vessels.
Record observations of operating conditions.
Drive and operate a fork truck.
Prioritize work and make timing decisions with supervisory oversight.
Adjust utilities to maintain reaction parameters.
Maintain process flow through the plant while adhering to all safety, GMP, and environmental regulations/standards.
Essential Skills
Experience as a Chemist Operator.
Knowledge of GC and Analytical Chemistry.
Proficiency in Chemical Operating and Chemistry.
Experience in Batching.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma.
2-3 years of Pharma Chemical Operating experience preferred.
Work Environment
The work environment consists of a clean laboratory and production environment. The shift follows a 2-2-3 schedule, operating from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with work occurring every other weekend.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grafton, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.50 - $26.50/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 Grafton,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.