Chemist II

Freudenberg Group; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group is seeking a chemist/engineer to develop new products and improve existing ones in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure material quality and regulatory compliance, delivering solutions that meet customer demands.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering and 3–5 years of industrial experience in formulation and product development, with knowledge of polymers and surface chemistry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of industrial experience including product development and formulation.
• Knowledge of polymers, lubricants, coatings, emulsions, and surface chemistry.
• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes.
• Wood & Paper industry knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and improved products to meet customer demands quickly.
• Interact with suppliers to identify and qualify raw materials.
• Provide technical support to Sales, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Quality Control.
• Support Technical Sales by attending product trials at customer sites.
• Create detailed technical reports by organizing and summarizing work.
• Characterize, handle, label, inspect, and dispose of hazardous waste per regulations.
• Serve as a mentor to less experienced technical staff.

Skills

Product development

Formulation

Technical reporting

Materials knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

• Develop new and improved products to meet customer demands in a rapid manner.
• Interact with suppliers to identify and qualify raw materials.
• Provide technical support to all company departments including Sales, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Quality Control.
• Support Technical Sales by attending product trials at customer sites.
• Create detailed technical reports by organizing and summarizing work.
• Characterize, handle, label, inspect, and dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with environmental regulations.
• Serve as a mentor to less experienced technical staff

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 3-5 years of industrial experience, including product development and formulation.
• Knowledge in polymers, lubricants, coatings, emulsions, and surface chemistry.
• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes.
• Wood & Paper industry knowledge 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.

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