Chemist 1 - Full-time

Chemist I Job Summary: 

The Chemist I will be responsible for carrying out quality control analyses of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods, as well as performing other activities inherent to the laboratory operation. This position will be on site at Pompeian HQ at 4201 Pulaski Highway Baltimore, MD. reporting to the Laboratory Manager.

Chemist I Job Requirements: 

• B.S. in Chemistry or related science field
• 1-3 years of work experience in a QC laboratory
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative, critical thinking, teamwork and analytical skills
• Attention to detail & willingness to learn 

Chemist 1 Pay & Perks:  

• Starting wage: $30.43/hour with opportunities for advancement
• Hours: 12-8:30pm. split shift with every third weekend 
• 401K
• 401K matching
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance, 100% monthly premium funded by Pompeian for a single or family 
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Paid vacation, 40 hours paid sick leave, 9 paid holidays, 2 paid floating holidays
• Annual safety shoe allowance
• Paid time off for Jury Duty, Bereavement Leave, and Volunteer Events
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Free Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members
• Employee led programs for wellness, diversity, and planned community events
• Educational Assistance Program
• Family Scholarship Program
• Opportunity to work with a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace, Top 2024 Workplace in manufacturing, compensation & benefits and one of Maryland healthiest business

Chemist I Responsibilities:

• Follow all published employee safety, environmental, and food safety rules
• Ensure compliance with laboratory health and safety guidelines
• Operate chromatography, spectroscopy, and spectrophotometry techniques
• Prepare test solutions and reagents for laboratory activities
• Manage and register all samples and stock room inventory
• Determine chemical and physical properties and conduct testing in compliance with GMPs and SOPs
• Register, analyze, and report test results
• Maintain lab equipment and materials and troubleshoot or report on malfunctions
• Perform routine equipment metrological verification according to the control plan
• Use instrumentation software, (e.g. ERP software, LIMS, and Microsoft Office)
• Keep the laboratory Safety Data Sheets updated according to defined instructions
• Verify all paperwork related to incoming raw material
• Receive purchase orders for laboratory materials
• Perform other tasks as required by management
• Collaborate and work as needed with other departments
• Maintain a clean and orderly workplace

About us: The Olive Oil People – is America's largest national brand of olive oil, bestselling vinegars and a variety of cooking sprays. Farmer owned and Baltimore based since 1906, Pompeian is a family of olive farmers and olive oil craftsmen whose passion, expertise and dedication bring the best-tasting, highest-quality olive oils to kitchens everywhere. Upholding the highest quality standards, Pompeian conducts daily testing through our in-house quality assurance team in the state-of-the-art Pompeian Quality Control and Research & Development Center ensuring each bottle is always at peak freshness. Inspired by heritage and tradition, Pompeian products are rooted in authenticity and crafted for quality and great taste. To learn more about Pompeian please visit  and