Midlab is currently searching for an Associate Chemist to join our team.

This position is on-site at Midlab in Athens, TN, which is an easy commute from Chattanooga or Knoxville.

We are a global leader with humble beginnings, and we will never forget that.

Midlab began its journey in 1980 with a simple desire to produce the best cleaning formulations in the industry, while building strong partnerships with customers. 40+ years later, we are one of the leading cleaning product manufacturers in the country, serving a global market and leading the way in product innovation and sustainability.

One of Midlab’s unique cultural elements is the entrepreneurial spirit that exists throughout the organization. Our desire to excel and constantly improve is infectious. We truly believe value creation is a key driver that continues to make us stand out.

Manufacturing is just one of the core services we provide. Offering a turnkey approach and going the extra mile to meet our customers’ needs is where our true value lies. At Midlab, we offer our customers a variety of efficiency-driven solutions, starting with Research and Development (R&D), compound blending, filling, packaging, quality control, digital printing, Federal Drug Administration (FDA) compliance, global distribution, graphics support, and regulatory assistance. In a nut-shell, we have our customers covered. Couple those strengths with offering products that include top industry certifications, such as Green Seal, EcoLogo, Safer Choice, FDA, and AKC, and it’s clear why we lead in our industry.

Working at Midlab is rewarding and challenges each of us to be better, both professionally and personally. We are proud of the culture we’ve created and we strive to capture it in our core values. Our values are more than just a poster on the wall... they are ingrained in all that we do, including our employee evaluations. Our culture is the biggest reason we continue to recruit and retain the best talent in the country.

Do you like to be challenged, innovate, and be in an environment where you love to come to work daily— all while feeling supported by a team that wants to see you grow professionally and personally? If so, Midlab could be the right place for you!

We look forward to getting to know you and taking your career to the next level with Midlab.

Our Core Values

Committed and Empowered Team

Open and Honest Relationships

Relentless Customer Focus

Embrace and Drive Change

Value Positive Teamwork & Family Spirit

Associate Chemist Position Summary:

The Associate Chemist is an entry-level professional role designed for a degreed Chemist seeking career growth within a regulated manufacturing environment. This position performs analytical testing, supports quality control and product evaluation activities, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives across Quality and R&D functions.

The role provides structured development toward independent method execution, data evaluation, and technical problem-solving within a cGMP-compliant laboratory environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:

• Perform analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using established and validated methods.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation including HPLC, FTIR, pH meters, viscometers, titration systems, and other analytical equipment.
• Prepare reagents, standards, and test solutions with appropriate documentation and traceability.
• Accurately document results in laboratory notebooks, reports, or electronic systems in accordance with data integrity requirements.
• Evaluate data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with specifications.
• Assist in method verification, validation, and transfer activities.
• Participate in investigations related to out-of-specification (OOS) or out of trend (OOT) results.
• Support research and development by assisting with formulation development and performance testing.
• Support internal audits and regulatory inspections as needed.
• Support general laboratory operations in inventory management and sample acquisition.
• Maintain high level of laboratory organization, cleanliness, and compliance with safety standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects and process optimization initiatives.
• Crosstrain in quality control testing and provide support during peak production periods.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related scientific field.
• 0–2 years of laboratory experience (internships or academic lab work acceptable).
• Basic knowledge of laboratory techniques, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and/or laboratory information management systems (LIMS/ELN) is a plus.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to new procedures and technologies.
• Assist in quality control testing during peak times.

Professional Development Path:

• Advanced analytical instrumentation
• Method validation principles
• Root cause analysis and investigation writing
• Regulatory compliance (21 CFR 210/211 as applicable).
• Cross-functional collaboration with operations and R&D.