Rubber Process Development Chemist
Core
Developing and optimizing rubber compounds and processing methods for molding and extrusion operations to enhance product quality and reduce costs.
Role type
Process Development Chemist (Rubber)
Builds
Customized rubber formulations and optimized processing methods for flooring and sport surface solutions
Domain
Manufacturing / Polymer Science / Rubber Chemistry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
rubber chemistry, compounding principles, formulation optimization, raw material evaluation, process analysis, project management, data analysis, technical documentation, problem-solving
Preferred skills
experience with mixers, calenders, and extrusion equipment, experience with Rheometers, Mooney Viscometers, Tensometers, Mills, and Presses
Technologies
Rheometers, Mooney Viscometers, Tensometers, Mixers, Mills, Presses
Responsibilities
Develop new rubber formulations and optimize existing ones to meet performance and cost targets; Evaluate new raw materials and create purchasing specifications; Monitor production processes from raw materials to finished goods; Resolve production and processing issues; Diagnose customer claim issues and implement corrective actions; Lead projects including timeline creation, data analysis, and technical documentation; Work hands-on in lab and production environments; Collaborate with vendors to evaluate new technologies
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC