Rubber Development Chemist

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with shift differentials and bonuses
• Day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) match immediately vested with the company
• 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Michelin Stock Purchase Program
• Michelin Tire Rebate Program
• Career Development in a Global Organization
• A Culture Built on Trust, Respect, and Empowerment

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and develop rubber compounds for new and existing products
• Conduct laboratory testing, including physical, mechanical, and chemical analysis of rubber materials
• Support scale-up, compounding, and manufacturing processes
• Maintain accurate documentation of formulations, test results, and project progress
• Troubleshoot material and processing issues in collaboration with production teams
• Evaluate raw materials, additives, and reinforcing fillers to enhance compound performance
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety standards
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to internal stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or related field
• Hands-on experience in rubber compounding, elastomers, or polymer chemistry
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with common testing techniques (e.g., tensile, rheology, hardness, aging)
• Ability to interpret data and make recommendations based on results

Growth Opportunities

• This role offers a clear path for advancement
• High-performing individuals will have the opportunity to grow at Fenner Precision Polymers, taking on greater responsibility, strategic influence, and leadership within the R&D team