QC Analytical Chemist

Trident Consulting is seeking a "QC Analytical Chemist" for one of our clients in "Branchburg, NJ " A global leader in business and technology services.

Job Title: QC Analytical Chemist

Location: Branchburg, NJ

Pay rate: $50-55/hr. on W2

Duration: 12+ Months (Extension possible)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Interviews: 1st Round – Virtual | 2nd Round – Onsite

Job Summary

The Client is seeking a QC Chemist to support process control and analytical laboratory operations for high-purity chemical manufacturing in the semiconductor industry. This role focuses on laboratory testing, analytical method development, equipment qualification, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Testing & Process Support

• Perform routine and non-routine analysis using GC, HPLC, Karl Fischer, titration, viscosity, density, UV-Vis, and color measurement.
• Interpret analytical data to support process control and ensure product quality.
• Troubleshoot analytical issues and support root cause investigations.

Equipment Qualification & Implementation

• Support qualification, calibration, and verification of analytical instruments.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Method Development & Continuous Improvement

• Develop, optimize, and qualify analytical methods.
• Perform Gage R&R / MSA studies to ensure data reliability.
• Drive process improvements and reduce variability in lab operations.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate lab records, logs, and reports.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, GMP, and quality systems.
• Support SOP creation, updates, and training.

Mandatory Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• 3–5 years of QC / analytical / process lab experience.
• Hands-on experience with GC, HPLC, Karl Fischer, titration, viscosity, density, UV-Vis.
• Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry and data interpretation.
• Experience with method development / validation.
• Familiarity with Gage R&R / MSA concepts.
• Knowledge of ISO / GMP environments.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Strong documentation, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• MSc / PhD in Analytical Chemistry.
• Experience in semiconductor or high-purity chemical manufacturing.
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and quality tools.
• Experience with EMPOWER, CHEMSTATION, Minitab, SAP.
• Experience with Agilent 8890 GC.

Top 10 Core Skills (Mandatory Focus)

• Analytical Testing (GC, HPLC, KF, Titration)
• Method Development & Validation
• Data Analysis & Interpretation
• Gage R&R / MSA
• Equipment Qualification
• Process Control Support
• ISO / GMP Compliance
• Documentation & SOP Management
• Problem Solving / Root Cause Analysis
• Communication & Cross-functional Collaboration

About Trident Consulting

Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we’ve partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.

We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale.