Chemist

Crosslinked · Maumee, OH · 1 wk ago

Analyst$50k–$61k/yrFull-time

Develop rubber and thermoplastic formulations for hydraulic hoses, conduct lab testing, and support production.

Rubber and thermoplastic formulation and testing
Technical project support
Experience with formulation and testing of elastomeric materials such as rubber and thermoplastic
Regulate and approve raw materials used in production facilities ensuring reagent efficacy and sustainability in support of an Approved Supplier List (ASL)
Open to 25% travel to domestic and international production facilities in a support role
Performing material science laboratory testing according to standard procedures
Demonstrates effective communication skills and successfully participates in cross-functional teams to execute project initiatives
Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment
Establish best practices and “lessons learned” on compound formulas and process controls to achieve robust product quality and minimize scrap

BS or higher degree in chemistry, Materials Engineering, or related technical degree from an accredited institution
Minimum 3 years’ experience in materials science field

Experience with a production scale rubber mixer preferred
Track record of safely running standard equipment such as a two roll mill in a lab environment
Working knowledge of a wide range of polymers, fillers and curative types is ideal
Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) certification preferred
Working knowledge of problem solving techniques (Ex.: 8D, Fault Tree, 5 Why, etc.)

Internal and External communication is critical to the success of the role
The ability to spend significant time in a lab environment developing and testing elastomeric materials
Strong Drive for results is needed on the competency side
Has a record of contributing to improvements in technical or project management processes (Ex.: Actively participate on Task Force Teams, Focus Groups, or Kaizen Teams, etc.)

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