Chemist I

Chem-Trend; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Management

Diversity & Inclusion

401K Match

Vacation

Safe Environment

Job summary

A global leader in specialized process chemicals is hiring a Chemist I in Howell, MI. The successful candidate will develop new products, provide technical support, and mentor junior staff. A Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field and 1-5 years of relevant experience are required. The company emphasizes health management, diversity, and inclusion, offering benefits like a 401K match and vacation time. Join a team focused on innovation in the die casting and related industries.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years working in Chemistry or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and improved products for Chem-Trend worldwide.
• Provide rapid and timely technical service, assisting Sales and customers.
• Recommend R&D programs, investigate and develop new technologies.
• Provide technical support to all company departments.
• Interface with suppliers in identifying and developing new raw materials.
• Participate in developing new lab testing procedures.
• Mentor less experienced technical staff.

Skills

Technical expertise in lubricants or surface chemistry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Chem-Trend, a company of the Freudenberg Group, is a global leader in the development, manufacture, and marketing of specialized release agents, purging compounds, paper impregnation chemicals, and other process chemical specialties and additives, with manufacturing and R & D operations in North and South America, Europe, India, and Asia that are supported by its headquarters in Michigan, USA. Chem-Trend has a singular focus of providing innovative solutions for the die casting, polyurethane, rubber, composites, tire, thermoplastic, wood composite, and paper impregnation industries.

Howell, MI. On‑Site. Chem‑Trend Limited Partnership.

Benefits

• Health Management: We support you to stay and become healthy and fit.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.
• 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
• Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
• Safe Environment: We strive to ensure safety remains a top priority, and provide a stable environment for our employees.

Chemist I

Responsibilities

• Develop new and improved products for Chem-Trend worldwide in order to meet customer demands in a rapid manner.
• Provide rapid and timely technical service, assisting Sales and customers.
• Recommend R&D programs (internal or external), investigate, develop, and implement new technologies.
• Provide technical support to all company departments.
• Effectively interface with suppliers in identifying, qualifying, and in some cases developing new raw materials.
• Participate in developing new lab testing procedures.
• Serve as a mentor to less experienced technical staff, helping to improve the overall scientific caliber of the Lab personnel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field.
• 1-5 years working in Chemistry or a related field.
• High level of technical expertise in lubricants or surface chemistry- a plus.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.