Lab Chemist (Experienced Professional)

This opportunity is in Anderson, SC—a vibrant, growing city less than an hour from Greenville and about 10 miles from Clemson University. As the largest rubber manufacturing plant in the world with 800+ employees, our plant produces rubber, metallic and textile tissues, as well as other technologies for all types and sizes of tires, including passenger cars, light and heavy truck, mining, and aircraft tires. Every Michelin tire manufactured in North America contains a product made at our Anderson plant. Our campus features amenities including a cafeteria, company gym, credit union, and health center.

About the Role

Are you an ambitious Lab Chemist ready to make a significant impact in the manufacturing industry? Michelin is seeking both entry-level and experienced candidates to join our dynamic team in Anderson. This is an outstanding opportunity to work with a company renowned for its dedication to excellence and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Perform measurements and calibrations strictly according to established methods and schedules to meet our high standards and commitments.
• Assist in raw material and semi-finished product investigations to ensure flawless production processes.
• Meet raw material release demands for production, ensuring that all materials align with our rigorous quality standards.
• Deliver measurement and calibration results, along with calibrated equipment and associated documentation, to users within the required time frames.
• Manage laboratory consumables, such as glassware, solvents, gloves, and reference materials, to maintain a well-stocked and efficient lab environment.
• Complete measurements and calibrations in accordance with operating procedures and processes, including those needed for safety, transport, recycling of samples, and traceability.
• Ensure that measurement and calibration results are reliable and validated as necessary and communicate any nonconformities to the appropriate functions for resolution.
• Apply metrology quality requirements, including verifying measurement conditions such as temperature, hygrometry, and calibration validity, ensuring durability provisions (VQM) are met.
• Share knowledge and expertise through training plans, contributing to the development of fellow team members.
• Provide support in resolving production, safety, and environmental issues as they arise.
• Supervise quality control daily; communicate clearly with warehouse, production, and other employees for raw material reception and process control.
• Conduct chemical tests for raw material acceptance, auditing, process control, and finished product testing using standard analytical techniques (both wet and instrumental).
• Work on special projects, including setting up and qualifying new methods and instruments, and implementing methods from Michelin Central groups.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to foster a collaborative environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Prior experience in a laboratory setting is preferred but not required for entry-level candidates.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to successfully implement solutions.
• A dedication to maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment.

Schedule

Ability to work a day-shift rotating schedule.

Benefits

• Career Growth: Personalized development plans, mentorship, and cross-functional opportunities. Unique career paths and opportunities for advancement.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a diverse, supportive environment where your competencies, contributions, and behaviors are recognized. Option to join one of our Connected Communities.
• Innovation-Driven: Work on projects that matter—from sustainable materials to digital transformation.
• Community Impact: Be part of a company that does what's right. We use sustainable business practices while balancing the needs of our customers and communities.