Chemist Jobs in Ohio
Chemist jobs in Ohio draw from one of the country's most active industrial and research corridors, with openings across pharmaceuticals, polymer science, materials testing, and consumer products manufacturing at every level from entry-level lab technician roles through senior principal chemist positions. Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati account for the heaviest concentration of postings, anchored by employers like Procter and Gamble, Sherwin-Williams, and Lubrizol, which have maintained deep Ohio roots for decades. Analytical chemistry, polymer and coatings chemistry, and quality control are the specialties that appear most consistently across Ohio listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.
This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.
Job Purpose and Impact
The Food Safety Quality Chemist will ensure products meet or exceed customer requirements for quality and food safety. In this role, you will apply basic understanding of plant processes to monitor quality assurance systems including instrumentation calibration, maintenance, crosschecks, methods, procedures, raw materials, food safety and training. You will provide technical advice and support to production operations to ensure product quality, minimize process variation, process recoveries, waste reduction and cost minimization and improve customer satisfaction.
Key Accountabilities
- Assure product meets compliance specifications and overall final product approval checks.
- Data analysis, trend identification, troubleshooting, corrective action and communication with regard to processing data.
- Assess process quality parameters and food safety and quality systems daily, including cross checks, raw materials, calibration, maintenance, procedures, food safety, training, auditing and oversight of analytical testing performed in control rooms.
- Training of new food safety and quality chemists, analysts, operators, technicians and personnel from other functional areas.
- Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Information
- Position is based in Dayton, Ohio
- Relocation assistance is NOT provided for this role
- The business will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position
Qualifications
MINIMUM
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
PREFERRED
- Previous laboratory experience
- Ability to adapt and learn in a changing work environment
- Ability to anticipate, recognize, and seek process and laboratory problems, implement improvements based on the findings
- Strong analytical skills to evaluate change factors and formulate independent decisions
- Experience with email, spreadsheet and word processing applications
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet
At Cargill, we care about your safety and want your job search experience to be a positive one. Unfortunately, there are scams out there where individuals pretend to be Cargill recruiters to try to collect personal information or request payment. Please know that Cargill will never ask you for money during the hiring process, and in most cases, we only accept applications through our official careers site, with the exception of some roles in our production plants. If something doesn't feel right or you have questions, don't hesitate to contact us. To learn more, visit our Notice on Fraudulent Job Offers.
To apply using chat/text, please click Apply Now button OR use this link to create a login to apply.
Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.
This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.
Job Purpose and Impact
The Food Safety Quality Chemist will ensure products meet or exceed customer requirements for quality and food safety. In this role, you will apply basic understanding of plant processes to monitor quality assurance systems including instrumentation calibration, maintenance, crosschecks, methods, procedures, raw materials, food safety and training. You will provide technical advice and support to production operations to ensure product quality, minimize process variation, process recoveries, waste reduction and cost minimization and improve customer satisfaction.
Key Accountabilities
- Assure product meets compliance specifications and overall final product approval checks.
- Data analysis, trend identification, troubleshooting, corrective action and communication with regard to processing data.
- Assess process quality parameters and food safety and quality systems daily, including cross checks, raw materials, calibration, maintenance, procedures, food safety, training, auditing and oversight of analytical testing performed in control rooms.
- Training of new food safety and quality chemists, analysts, operators, technicians and personnel from other functional areas.
- Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Information
- Position is based in Dayton, Ohio
- Relocation assistance is NOT provided for this role
- The business will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position
Qualifications
MINIMUM
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
PREFERRED
- Previous laboratory experience
- Ability to adapt and learn in a changing work environment
- Ability to anticipate, recognize, and seek process and laboratory problems, implement improvements based on the findings
- Strong analytical skills to evaluate change factors and formulate independent decisions
- Experience with email, spreadsheet and word processing applications
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet
At Cargill, we care about your safety and want your job search experience to be a positive one. Unfortunately, there are scams out there where individuals pretend to be Cargill recruiters to try to collect personal information or request payment. Please know that Cargill will never ask you for money during the hiring process, and in most cases, we only accept applications through our official careers site, with the exception of some roles in our production plants. If something doesn't feel right or you have questions, don't hesitate to contact us. To learn more, visit our Notice on Fraudulent Job Offers.
To apply using chat/text, please click Apply Now button OR use this link to create a login to apply.
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chemist jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related physical science
- Hands-on experience with analytical instruments such as GC-MS, HPLC, or ICP-OES
- Familiarity with GMP, ISO, or EPA laboratory compliance standards
- Strong data interpretation and technical report writing skills
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including engineering and quality assurance
- Proficiency with laboratory information management systems or ERP software
Chemist Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a chemist in Ohio?
Most chemist roles in Ohio require at minimum a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related physical science from an accredited program, and many research or senior positions expect a master's or doctorate. Ohio does not issue a state license specifically for chemists, so hiring decisions center on education, laboratory experience, and any relevant industry certifications such as the American Chemical Society's Certified Chemist credential, which Ohio employers recognize consistently.
How much do chemists make in Ohio?
Chemists in Ohio earn a median of about $85,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,010 for the lowest 10% to over $134,820 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire chemists in Ohio?
Employers hiring chemists in Ohio right now include Battelle, FLEXSYS, and Clean Harbors, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's concentration of coatings, polymer, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods manufacturers means demand stays relatively steady across multiple industries throughout the year.
Which Ohio cities have the most chemist jobs?
Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati account for the most chemist openings in Ohio. Cleveland draws volume from its strong polymer, coatings, and specialty chemicals sector, home to anchor employers like Sherwin-Williams and Lubrizol, while Columbus benefits from a growing pharmaceutical and biotech presence, and Cincinnati is driven by Procter and Gamble's substantial research and development operations.
Are there remote chemist jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Most chemistry work is inherently hands-on, requiring physical access to laboratory equipment, samples, and instruments that cannot be replicated off-site. About 50% of chemist openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and the positions that do offer flexibility tend to be in regulatory affairs, data analysis, or technical writing rather than bench or production chemistry.
How can I get hired as a chemist in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or co-op completed during your degree, since Ohio's large manufacturers, including coatings and consumer goods companies in Cleveland and Cincinnati, run structured programs that frequently convert to full-time offers. Quality control technician and laboratory assistant roles are the most common entry points for candidates without post-graduation experience. An American Chemical Society student affiliate membership and documented coursework in instrumental analysis or materials characterization give Ohio candidates a measurable edge in early screening.
Where can I find and apply to chemist jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to chemist jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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