Entry Level Chemist

Job Title : HPTLC Lab Technician Job Description

The HPTLC Lab Technician plays a crucial role in supporting the Identity Department team by executing critical laboratory operations and testing. This role involves identifying, analyzing, and suggesting corrective actions to optimize laboratory operations, technology, and equipment. The technician handles sample inventory, assists with sample preparation, and performs routine testing to ensure compliance with good housekeeping practices, GMPs, and regulatory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain good housekeeping practices in the HPTLC lab, including organizing reference standards and samples and cleaning glassware.
• Prepare samples for identity testing to support the HPTLC Chemist's preparation stage.
• Prepare solutions and mobile phases for identity testing.
• Execute assigned projects and activities in compliance with SOPs, GLP, cGMP, and FDA & DEA regulations.
• Maintain appropriate documentation of records and laboratory notebooks as required by SOPs and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Manage departmental purchasing of consumables and chemicals.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned, including general laboratory housekeeping and documentation.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work Environment

The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm, with occasional overtime of up to one hour per day. The role involves working within a laboratory environment that adheres to strict FDA regulations for the Nutraceutical industry. The company performs third-party analytical testing to verify the contents of products for compliance and quality assurance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Garden Grove, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00 / 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 :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Garden Grove,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.