Chemist - Engineered Fabrics

Wacker Chemical Corporation; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking global chemical manufacturer as a Chemist in Allentown. In this dynamic role, you'll design experiments, troubleshoot technical challenges, and contribute to innovative products in the nonwovens industry. Work collaboratively in a diverse environment that values your contributions and fosters growth. Enjoy a comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, health benefits from day one, and opportunities for career advancement. If you're passionate about chemistry and eager to make a difference, this is your chance to shine.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

401(k) with company match

Education Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to work efficiently and safely in a laboratory setting.
• Comfort working with chemicals and wearing appropriate PPE.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments to support customer needs and product development.
• Conduct laboratory work while adhering to safety protocols.
• Communicate results and findings to senior staff.

Skills

Laboratory Safety

Chemical Handling

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication Skills

Experiment Design

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Job description

Date:

Apr 28, 2025

Location:

Allentown

Company:

Wacker Chemical Corporation

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

To strengthen our team in Allentown,

we are looking for you as a(n) Chemist - Engineered Fabrics.

This is Us:

You know us. You just didn't know it. WACKER is a global chemical manufacturer that prides itself on "Creating Tomorrow's Solutions". WACKER materials are so versatile and adaptable, they have virtually unlimited applications just about anywhere imaginable, making WACKER an integral part of daily life. Whether it's protecting buildings from the elements, a tube of toothpaste, a cell phone, airbags, or cosmetics, people from all over the world come into contact each day with our products and achievements. We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us. We are currently seeking a Chemist at the site in Allentown, PA.

What you will do:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Chemist to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting customer needs, manufacturing processes, new product development, and application testing. You will be responsible for designing experiments, troubleshooting technical challenges, and conducting laboratory work while ensuring accurate documentation and analysis of results. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and enhancement of innovative products and processes in the nonwovens industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute experiments to support customer needs, manufacturing processes, and product development.


• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide solutions to improve processes and products.


• Conduct laboratory work, including application testing, while adhering to safety protocols.


• Accurately record, analyze, summarize, and report technical data in an electronic lab notebook.


• Communicate results and findings to senior staff to assist in product and process development.


• Interact and present to internal audiences and customers.


• Maintain a working knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.


• Utilize standard work tools and software to support and execute tasks effectively.

What we need from you:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field.


• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and safely in a laboratory setting.


• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to collaborate with a diverse group of individuals across various levels of the organization.


• Comfort working with chemicals (e.g., acids, bases, solvents, monomers) and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).


• Ability to use respiratory protection as needed to avoid exposure to hazardous materials.


• Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time.

What do we offer?

WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

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  Compensation and Incentive plans
  
  


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  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
  
  


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  Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
  
  


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  Paid parental leave
  
  


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  Wellbeing fund
  
  


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  Flexible hybrid work arrangements
  
  


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  401(k) with company match
  
  


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  Education Assistance Program
  
  


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  Career development and advancement opportunities
  
  


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  Support for Community Involvement
  
  

We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.

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The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Nearest Major Market: Allentown