Chemist

The Chemist supports all areas of distillery operations—distilling, processing, and bottling—from a quality and analytical perspective. This role performs laboratory testing, operates analytical equipment, manages sample retention, and partners with the quality team to ensure products meet all quality standards. Key Responsibilities Support distillery, processing, bottling, and warehouse operations through analytical testing and quality oversight. Perform testing on distillery, fermentation, processing, and finished-product samples. Operate and troubleshoot analytical equipment including YSI, DMA, GC, and GC/MS. Analyze and document results accurately, reporting findings to the quality team. Serve as the subject matter expert for laboratory instruments and testing methods. Manage the sample retention facility, including organization, labeling, and disposal of expired samples. Participate in daily sensory evaluations and product tastings. Travel between two production facilities as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related science. 4+ years of experience in an analytical or quality control laboratory. Hands-on experience with YSI, DMA, GC, and GC/MS instrumentation. Strong understanding of lab safety, sample handling, and documentation. Experience working in a union environment. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs repetitively. Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills. Valid driver's license. Preferred Experience Quality control experience in manufacturing, distilling, or beverage production. Ability to train and support others on analytical equipment. Strong attention to detail and comfort with sensory testing. Work Environment Fully on-site role in laboratory, production, and warehouse environments. Regular movement between departments and two plant locations. Exposure to standard manufacturing conditions, including noise and temperature changes. PPE required per safety and quality guidelines.= Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Clermont, KY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $33.00/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 Clermont,KY.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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