Senior Polymer Scientist: Silicone & Rubber Formulation Leader

LeoForce; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

FSA

HSA

Life insurance

Vision insurance

In-person work

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a Polymer Materials Scientist (Mid Level) with rubber or silicone experience to lead development and optimization of polymer formulations. This on-site role in Riverside, CA combines hands-on R&D with collaboration across engineering, production, and suppliers to deliver reliable, compliant polymer products.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in polymer formulation and manufacturing, a Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field, and strong data analysis and reporting

Qualifications

• Master’s degree minimum in Chemistry or related scientific/engineering field.
• 5+ years in polymer formulation development.
• 5+ years in polymer manufacturing.
• Superior data analysis and report writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop new polymer formulations for product launches.
• Implement and control all polymer production compounds.
• Design feasibility tests to confirm system and product capabilities.
• Optimize products by studying customer requirements and production methods.
• Prepare product reports by analyzing information and trends.
• Coordinate annual supplier and lab testing.
• Bridge between scientists, engineers, customers, and operators.
• Maintain system and materials data bases with proper data entry.
• Maintain compliance with government requirements and regulations.

Skills

Polymer formulation

Rubber & silicone

Data analysis

Report writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

LeoForce is seeking a Polymer Materials Scientist (Mid Level) with rubber or silicone experience to lead development and optimization of polymer formulations. This on-site role in Riverside, CA combines hands-on R&D with collaboration across engineering, production, and suppliers to deliver reliable, compliant polymer products.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in polymer formulation and manufacturing, a Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field, and strong data analysis and reporting