Elastomer R&D Chemist - Materials & Compliance

AMMEGA; City of Beacon (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employer-paid life insurance

Holidays and time off

Wellness program

Student loan repayment program

Tuition assistance

Job summary

AMMEGA is seeking a Junior Chemist in Beacon, NY to research and improve rubber formulations, test materials, and ensure regulatory compliance. This on-site role reports to the Director of Product Engineering and offers exposure to elastomer materials and adhesive systems.

You will work with lab equipment, develop PRS, prepare data sheets, support QA, and interact with manufacturing to meet customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science or Chemical Engineering.
• Strong English communication and interpersonal skills.
• Technical background with problem-solving abilities.
• leadership and business acumen aligned with Ammega values.
• Proficiency with MS Office and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and improve rubber formulations and raw materials.
• Test, inspect and optimize materials used in Chemprene products.
• Ensure regulatory compliance reporting (REACH, RoHS, FDA).
• Prepare test reports and Product Data Sheets.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to meet product performance and delivery goals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills/communication

Problem solving

Leadership/Business acumen

Technical background

MS Office competence

Lab technology familiarity

Education

Bachelor's in Chemistry

Polymer Science

Chemical Engineering

Tools

Lab equipment

Testing apparatus

Job description

AMMEGA is seeking a Junior Chemist in Beacon, NY to research and improve rubber formulations, test materials, and ensure regulatory compliance. This on-site role reports to the Director of Product Engineering and offers exposure to elastomer materials and adhesive systems.

You will work with lab equipment, develop PRS, prepare data sheets, support QA, and interact with manufacturing to meet customer expectations.