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Trelleborg

Development Chemist

Mason City, IA · On-site

Technical Leadership & Material Expertise * Act as the subject-matter expert on rubber materials ... Compound Development Ownership * Lead the full lifecycle of compound development--from initial ...

ITW

R&D Chemist

Kennesaw, GA · On-site

We are currently seeking a full time candidate for the position of R&D Chemist. The position is ... materials. * This includes developing applications, implementing process and quality standards for ...

NCSL International

R&D Chemist II

Waterbury, CT · On-site

Advanced Materials and Joining - Engineering polymer and metal joining solutions for optimally ... As an R&D Chemist, you will play a key role in developing the next generation of products and ...

Tribonet

Associate R&D Chemist

Londonderry, NH · On-site

$25.50 - $33.50/hr

BSc or MS Degree in Chemistry, Tribology Engineering, Polymer Science, Material Science or related ... Well-developed interpersonal skills. * Must be able to lift 20 pounds. Benefits * Health Insurance:

PPG

Customer Development Chemist

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Support formula optimization and raw material initiative projects. * Knowledge of chemistry/coating ... Experience in development of Primer and Basecoat (WB/SB), and Clear coat * Flexibility to join ...

Bell International Laboratories

Senior R&D Chemist

MN · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

A Senior Research and Development Chemist is an experienced researcher/formulator who combines ... Determine and perform appropriate cost reductions (raw materials). * Scale-up of approved ...

Thatcher Company

R&D Chemist I

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

... raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose-driven work plays a ... R&D Chemist IPurpose The R&D Chemist I supports R&D leadership through laboratory experimentation ...

PPG

Lead Development Chemist

Adrian, MI · On-site

Lead Development Chemist responsible for managing special adhesives and sealants projects at the ... PhD in chemistry, polymer science, coatings science, material science, or physical/chemical ...

Unifin SAS

Senior Development Chemist

Rochester, NY · On-site

Senior Development Chemist Who we are? We are a French pharmaceutical industrial group, recognized ... materials together into a concise summary that thoroughly documents the conclusions of the ...

Element Solutions Inc

R&D Chemist II

Waterbury, CT · On-site

$81K - $122K/yr

Advanced Materials and Joining - Engineering polymer and metal joining solutions for optimally ... Who are we looking for? An R&D Chemist II is responsible for work in R&D projects, both ...

Element Solutions

R&D Chemist II

Waterbury, CT · On-site

$81K - $122K/yr

Advanced Materials and Joining - Engineering polymer and metal joining solutions for optimally ... Who are we looking for? An R&D Chemist II is responsible for work in R&D projects, both ...

Element Solutions Inc

R&D Chemist II

Shelton, CT · Hybrid

Advanced Materials and Joining - Engineering polymer and metal joining solutions for optimally ... Conduct hands-on electroplating chemistry and process development, including formulation, plating ...

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Mason City, IA • On-site

Trelleborg
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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Job description

Technical Leadership & Material Expertise

  • Act as the subject-matter expert on rubber materials, formulations, and processing interactions.
  • Analyze how raw materials, mixing parameters, and downstream processes affect compound performance.
  • Evaluate the consequences of formulation or process changes and provide clear guidance to stakeholders.
  • Support quality, purchasing, and customer-facing teams with technical insight and problem-solving.

Compound Development Ownership

  • Lead the full lifecycle of compound development—from initial concept and formulation through pilot trials and full-scale production.
  • Maintain accountability for performance, manufacturability, cost, and customer satisfaction at every stage.
  • Document development work, testing results, and decision rationales to ensure traceability and continuous improvement.

R&D Mixing Lab Leadership

  • Establish, equip, and operate an R&D mixing laboratory to support innovation, testing, and rapid prototyping.
  • Develop lab procedures, safety protocols, and testing workflows aligned with production requirements.
  • Use the lab to accelerate development cycles, validate new materials, and troubleshoot production issues.

Collaboration with Mixing Facility

  • Partner closely with the mixing facility and its team to align capabilities, processes, and development needs.
  • Ensure smooth scale-up from lab to production by coordinating trials, optimizing parameters, and validating performance.
  • Provide technical training, guidance, and support to mixing personnel as needed.

Core Responsibilities

Formulation & Recipe Development

  • Develop new rubber formulations and compound recipes tailored to performance, processing, and cost requirements.
  • Maintain and continuously refine existing formulations to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment with evolving material availability and customer needs.

Cost Optimization & VAVE

  • Identify and execute materialbased costreduction opportunities without compromising performance.
  • Lead ValueAdd/ValueEngineered (VAVE) initiatives by evaluating alternative raw materials, optimizing formulations, and improving process efficiency.

Project Leadership

  • Drive technical and crossfunctional projects from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with timelines, deliverables, and business objectives.
  • Coordinate with purchasing, quality, production, and customer teams to ensure smooth execution and clear communication.

R&D Lab Development

  • Build and develop an R&D laboratory to support formulation work, testing, and rapid prototyping.
  • Establish lab workflows, equipment needs, safety practices, and testing capabilities that mirror or support production processes.

Team & Meeting Leadership

  • Lead technical discussions, crossfunctional meetings, and project reviews with clarity and authority.
  • Facilitate collaboration across departments to ensure alignment on materials, processes, and development priorities.

Continuous Improvement

  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives across formulation, mixing, testing, and production processes.
  • Use data, testing results, and rootcause analysis to drive improvements in quality, performance, and efficiency.

Technical Communication & Presentations

  • Prepare and deliver clear, compelling presentations for internal teams, leadership, and customers.
  • Translate complex technical information into actionable insights for nontechnical stakeholders.

Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Analyze test results, production data, and material performance trends to guide decisionmaking.
  • Compile concise, wellstructured summaries and technical reports that document findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

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