Process/chemical Engineer

Job Title: Process/Chemical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Process/Chemical Engineer to join our team in the Rubber Mixing Department. The role involves managing process parameters and equipment implementation, with a focus on reducing variability and addressing production issues. You will collaborate with the staff and various departments to create and modify formulations, ensuring adherence to ISO 9001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage process parameters and equipment implementation in the Rubber Mixing Department.
• Focus on reducing variability and addressing production issues.
• Collaborate with chemists, and the VP Technology to create and modify formulations.
• Work with technical, sales, and customer service departments for technology implementation.
• Develop and maintain work instructions in adherence to ISO 9001.
• Provide technical service to production by instructing operators and creating documentation.
• Create graphs and analyze data of production parameters.
• Interact extensively with Enterprise software (QAD) and equipment software.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Evaluate customer product needs and provide technical service.
• Adjust formulations for consistency by modifying formulation or mixing cycle.
• Identify and recommend process changes for cost and scrap reductions.
• Evaluate raw materials for cost reductions.
• Recommend compounds for quoting and improve policies and procedures.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in rubber mixing, molding, injection, and transfer/compression.
• Thorough understanding of ISO 9001.
• Knowledge of various polymers.
• Experience in rubber formulating.
• Excellent communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience with SPC and 8-D problem solving methods.
• Manufacturing engineering knowledge.

Work Environment

Work in a well-established, large industrial warehouse environment. The role involves a mix of old and new machines, including rubber internal mixers and injection molding machines. Work takes place in a dynamic environment with a focus on growth and innovation, involving 50% time on the floor or lab and 50% at the desk. You will work closely with lab supervisors, senior process engineers, safety specialists, EHS, and production supervisors.

This is a Permanent position based out of Chardon, OH.

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

401K match, medial, vision, dental

This is a fully onsite position in Chardon,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

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Salary : $90,000 - $110,000