Assistant Chemist — Polymer & Rubber Lab Testing

Fenner Dunlop; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Fenner Dunlop is seeking an Assistant Chemist to join our Port Clinton, Ohio facility. Reporting to the Chemist, this role supports research, development, product testing, and technical activities within our manufacturing operations.

The Assistant Chemist will work closely with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to conduct laboratory testing, evaluate rubber and polymer compounds, analyze results, and support troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of polymers, rubber compounding, or industrial materials.
• Strong attention to detail with an emphasis on accurate documentation and data management.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in both a laboratory and manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop testing procedures and perform laboratory testing for research, development, and product development projects.
• Document, analyze, and report laboratory test results accurately and clearly.
• Assist the Chemist with developing, mixing, and testing rubber and polymer formulations.
• Review current and historical test data and project requirements to identify trends, develop action plans, and support ongoing projects.
• Maintain laboratory records, reports, and electronic documentation in accordance with Company and regulatory requirements.
• Provide testing and technical support to manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Documentation

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fenner Dunlop is seeking an Assistant Chemist to join our Port Clinton, Ohio facility. Reporting to the Chemist, this role supports research, development, product testing, and technical activities within our manufacturing operations.

The Assistant Chemist will work closely with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to conduct laboratory testing, evaluate rubber and polymer compounds, analyze results, and support troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.