Rubber Compound Development Chemist – R&D Innovator

Fenner Precision Polymers; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with shift differentials and bonuses

Day-one Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) match immediately vested

100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development in a Global Organization

Job summary

A global manufacturing provider in Gaffney is seeking a Development Chemist to join their R&D team. This role involves developing and optimizing rubber compounds for various applications while collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams to enhance product performance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field, hands-on rubber compounding experience, and strong analytical skills. This position offers competitive pay and significant growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or related field.
• Hands-on experience in rubber compounding, elastomers, or polymer chemistry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and develop rubber compounds for new and existing products.
• Conduct laboratory testing, including physical, mechanical, and chemical analysis of rubber materials.
• Support scale-up, compounding, and manufacturing processes.
• Maintain accurate documentation of formulations, test results, and project progress.

Skills

Rubber compounding

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Testing techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

A global manufacturing provider in Gaffney is seeking a Development Chemist to join their R&D team. This role involves developing and optimizing rubber compounds for various applications while collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams to enhance product performance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field, hands-on rubber compounding experience, and strong analytical skills. This position offers competitive pay and significant growth opportunities within the company.