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PI Material Chemist

Continental Tire the Americas
Mount Vernon, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/6/2026
PI Material Chemist Your tasks The PI Material Chemist will: In this position, the chemist will become well versed in rubber processing, manufacturing of tires and the various staff and line functions of the plant. Will assist other Senior Chemists and become familiar with chemist functions by doing factory formulations, updates, performing plant process evaluations and performing specials projects as requested. Creation and translation of corporate specification to plant capabilities and equipment. Perform evaluations of materials and compounds. Learn to disposition suspicious compounds and components. Assist in troubleshooting and solving manufacturing issues. Perform work in either the CVT or PLT side of the plant. Issue written technical report Develop computer skills required for specification creation and data collection. Audit plant conformance to technical specifications and standards. Become familiar with the economics of manufacturing and assist in control of green and cured waste. Training and learning responsibilities of the PI materials department. Learning the practices and manufacturing procedure associated to the PI materials group. Attend BT2 meetings as required. Perform other duties as required by the PI Materials Manager. Ensure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented and monitored. NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed. Your profile Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree Continental is able to offer visa support for internal candidates. This position may offer relocation assistance. The Environment Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/ guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing protection and steel toe shoes. The job is within a non-climate controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise. Our offer THE PERKS Immediate Benefits Robust Total Rewards Package Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Employee Discounts, including tire discounts Employer 401k Match Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups. Employee Assistance Program Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader! The starting annual salary for this role is $75,000 a year. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application. EEO-Statement: EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back. Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

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