R&D Material Development Chemist - Rubber Material

About this role

Requirements

• Bachelors’ degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Material Science or other Chemistry related field
• 2+ years Chemistry Laboratory experience in rubber processing, formulating, and compounding
• Familiar with computer systems, especially Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Business level English skills both written and verbal
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25lbs
• Ability to travel domestically or internationally 10% of the time
• Communicates clearly and concisely while engaging proactively with colleagues
• Drives innovative ideas and takes informed risks for new solutions

Responsibilities

• Provide technical capabilities to support the business objectives of the lead centers
• Participate on specific material, process and product development projects
• Provide support in technology sharing among lead centers, divisions, and corporate development
• Provide technical support to manufacturing sites in molding troubleshooting, scrap reduction, low-cost compounds and process improvements
• Provide technical support to components sites in mixing specifications, scrap reduction, testing, surface chemistry and process improvements
• Provide technical support during Kaizen and 3P activities
• Use DOE techniques and initiate programs for improved profitability through compound improvements
• Create and execute project plans using literature research skills and maintain proper laboratory records

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion
• Employment opportunities available without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics