Gas Chromatography Chemist, Petroleum Testing Job Listing at Kelly Services in Signal Hill, CA (Job ID 10113498)

Description

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking an experienced GC Chemist for a contract-to-hire opportunity with one of our clients, a leading petroleum, fuel, chemical testing company at their Long Beach CA facility. If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.
Workplace: Onsite in Long Beach, CA.
Position Title: GC Chemist
Position type: Contract-to-hire
Pay rate: $30-35/hour
Join a leading innovator in the petroleum and chemical testing industry dedicated to setting the standard for quality and precision in the Southern California market. We are seeking a results-driven GC Chemist who thrives in a fast-paced laboratory setting and possesses hands-on expertise with Agilent GC and GC/MS instrumentation. If you are seeking to advance your career and contribute to impactful projects in a dynamic team environment, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:

• Operate advanced Agilent GC and GC/MS systems for both qualitative and quantitative analysis, delivering reliable results under tight deadlines.
• Independently execute established chromatographic methods for both routine and special projects, ensuring strict adherence to industry regulations and lab protocols.
• Perform routine instrument upkeep, including liner and septa changes, source cleaning, and column maintenance, to maximize equipment uptime and data accuracy.
• Diagnose and resolve common instrument and method challenges efficiently, leveraging your technical expertise to minimize lab disruptions.
• Uphold best-in-class recordkeeping practices by accurately documenting all analytical activities in lab logs, worksheets, and digital systems.
• Balance multiple projects and shifting priorities with effective time-management, supporting timely throughput of samples and high-quality deliverables.
• Partner with fellow scientists to support method development, data review, and ongoing problem-solving, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and team members regarding progress, challenges, or resource needs.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven, hands-on experience with Agilent GC and GC/MS systems within an analytical or environmental testing laboratory.
• Solid understanding of chromatographic principles, sample prep, and data interpretation.
• Demonstrated aptitude for routine maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical instrumentation.
• Unwavering attention to detail and commitment to upholding strict data quality and documentation standards.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple deadlines and adapt to fluctuating workloads.
• Positive, proactive attitude with the ability to self-manage and thrive both autonomously and in a team setting.
• Flexibility to work variable schedules as client projects dictate, including during peak testing periods.

Why Join Us?

• Work with industry-leading technology in a well-established Southern California laboratory committed to your professional growth.
• Engage in meaningful, high-impact projects that play a critical role in ensuring environmental safety and product integrity.
• Be part of a skilled, supportive team recognized for scientific excellence and continuous learning.
• Ready to make your mark in the chemical and petroleum testing industry? Apply now and take your career to the next level.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

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