Polymer Chemist - Materials Development (Entry)

Textum OPCO, LLC; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Drug-free work environment

Equal opportunity employer

1st shift hours

Job summary

Textum OPCO, LLC is seeking a Chemist for its Dayton, OH Composite Manufacturing operation. The role focuses on formulation, characterization, and application of new and existing materials, with hands-on work in production producing polymer resins in batch processing for internal use.

The ideal candidate has a strong chemistry background, prefers polymer/materials science, and will work closely with senior team members on projects from ideation to prototyping to production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or related field is required.
• 2+ years of experience in chemical production or materials research preferred.
• Experience with polymer synthesis and characterization techniques is an advantage.
• Familiarity with analytical equipment such as NMR, FTIR, and TGA is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of tasks including process documentation, product fabrication, internal/external communication, and supplier coordination.
• Maintain safety protocols and laboratory cleanliness while handling chemicals.
• Record data and results in specified forms with accuracy and responsibility.
• Conduct quality control on finished resin products and document defects.
• Formulate and test new materials for performance under threshold conditions.
• Characterize chemical properties through laboratory experimentation.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate new materials into products.
• Document research findings for internal and external communication.
• Assist in troubleshooting material issues in production processes.
• Maintain equipment and assist in ordering supplies.
• Support both production and R&D activities.

Skills

Chemical synthesis

Materials characterization

Laboratory safety

Data analysis

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Polymer Science

Tools

NMR

FTIR

TGA

MS Office

Job description

Textum OPCO, LLC is seeking a Chemist for its Dayton, OH Composite Manufacturing operation. The role focuses on formulation, characterization, and application of new and existing materials, with hands-on work in production producing polymer resins in batch processing for internal use.

The ideal candidate has a strong chemistry background, prefers polymer/materials science, and will work closely with senior team members on projects from ideation to prototyping to production.