Rubber Product Development Chemist — Lab to Plant Scale

Crosslinked; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity/stock

Job summary

Arclin in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Production Development Chemist to design, execute, analyze and document new rubber chemical dispersions and additive products on-site. The role supports product development strategies and customer technical service, with opportunities to lead lab work and collaborate across teams.

The position requires a BS in a related field and 0–2 years of experience, with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to coordinate activities on site and between sites.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, analyze, and document new product development projects.
• Develop technology strategies within rubber chemical dispersions and additives.
• Provide leadership in solving customer process issues.
• Manage lab resources and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Collaboration

Lab testing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering/Polymer Engineering/Chemistry/Polymer Science

Tools

MDR (Moving Die Rheometer)

RPA (Rubber Process Analyzer)

Mooney viscometry

DMA

Job description

Arclin in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Production Development Chemist to design, execute, analyze and document new rubber chemical dispersions and additive products on-site. The role supports product development strategies and customer technical service, with opportunities to lead lab work and collaborate across teams.

The position requires a BS in a related field and 0–2 years of experience, with travel up to 25%.