R&D Foam Development Technician — Flexible Hours

Woodbridge Group; Chattanooga, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodbridge is seeking aDevelopment Laboratory professional in Chattanooga, TN to lead and participate in experimental design, data collection, and analysis for new foam products. You will work closely with production staff to align formulations with customer expectations and ensure documentation and procedures are up to date.

The role emphasizes laboratory upkeep, safety compliance, and collaboration across teams to drive continuous improvement in foam technology.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree or related experience and/or training.
• Previous polyurethane experience is a plus.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business materials and procedures.
• Proficiency with Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify foam formulations to meet customer and organizational expectations.
• Frequent interaction with production staff.
• Write and update procedures, standards, and policies.
• Help maintain the development laboratories and work areas.

Skills

Lab skills

Safety awareness

Data analysis

Education

Two-year degree or related experience

Tools

Scales

Mixers

Die press

Zwick

Titrator

Viscometer

FT-IR

Job description

Woodbridge is seeking aDevelopment Laboratory professional in Chattanooga, TN to lead and participate in experimental design, data collection, and analysis for new foam products. You will work closely with production staff to align formulations with customer expectations and ensure documentation and procedures are up to date.

The role emphasizes laboratory upkeep, safety compliance, and collaboration across teams to drive continuous improvement in foam technology.