Technical Manager — Rubber Materials & Process Innovation

GRT Rubber Technologies; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A rubber manufacturing company in Memphis, Tennessee is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead product development and materials engineering. Responsibilities include developing rubber formulations, optimizing product performance, and ensuring quality across manufacturing processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 5 years of experience in rubber product manufacturing. This role offers the opportunity to drive innovation and efficiency in a dynamic industrial environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in rubber compounding or rubber product manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of vulcanization and rubber processing.
• Experience with reinforced rubber products or conveyor belting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize rubber compound formulations for specifications.
• Ensure effective performance in manufacturing processes.
• Lead value engineering initiatives to reduce costs.

Skills

Rubber compounding

Vulcanization

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Rubber Technology or related field

Job description

A rubber manufacturing company in Memphis, Tennessee is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead product development and materials engineering. Responsibilities include developing rubber formulations, optimizing product performance, and ensuring quality across manufacturing processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 5 years of experience in rubber product manufacturing. This role offers the opportunity to drive innovation and efficiency in a dynamic industrial environment.