Laboratory Chemist
Drive innovation and efficiency in rubber processing operations in a manufacturing facility. Lead improvement of rubber formulations, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and optimizeprocesses for quality and efficiency. Investigate new materials or additives that may improve current business efficiency. Foster collaboration across departments to ensure strong operations and continuous improvement. Use root cause analysis to solve systemic quality and process issues and prevent recurrence. Establish and maintain a quality assurance guide to ensure consistent product quality to meetcompany and customer specifications. Work with Process Engineers to give input in chemical specifications related to newproducts, including material specifications, product performance specifications, tooling,and process requirements to determine manufacturing costs and needs. Lead efforts to ensure quality in the mixing and extruding process. Support the team in identifying, qualifying, and sourcing alternative materials to meetproduct and company goals and targets.