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Elastomer Formulation Chemist

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Louisville, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 9/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/6/2026
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Elastomer Formulation Chemist

CPS, Inc.

  • Louisville, KY3w agoverified 2 h ago

$90k – $130k

Develop new commercial applications for elastomer products, working with customers and R&D.

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Seniority Mid-level

Work On-site

Type Full-time

Degree BS

Experience 2 yrs

Industry Chemicals

Role Applications Engineering

Relocation Offered

Materials

elastomers74

Techniques

formulation14compounding

Benefits

relocation package

Role details

Applications Development Chemist

Specialty chemical/materials manufacturer is looking for an experienced chemist with expertise in rubber formulation and compounding. Company offers excellent benefits, relocation package, and competitive pay; great opportunities for growth!

Duties

The Applications Development Chemist is responsible for developing new commercial applications for the company. This position develops projects in an assigned product/customer area; contributes to the preparation, presentation, and follow-up of proposals, plans and organizes research effort; analyzes research outcomes and makes recommendations to the team and our customers.

Product Development Activities

  • Plan, conduct, and direct projects of major importance related to developing new commercial applications
  • Apply technical knowledge in support of customers’ use of products and develop business relationships within all areas of supply chain
  • Resolve technical problems requiring application of knowledge
  • Originate and apply new and unique problem-solving approach

Business Development Activities

  • Develop and maintain customer relationships alongside others on the Applications Team
  • Prepare and present technical info to interested parties (customers, technical meetings, etc.)
  • Analyze research and make technical recommendations regarding product-line

Reporting Activities

  • Prepare monthly reports
  • Write research reports upon completion of projects

Collaboration

  • Collaborate with and provide technical advice to other professionals inside and outside the organization
  • Exchange information with other chemists and scientists through professional organizations

Compliance

  • Comply with all Safety, Health, and Environmental policies & procedures
  • Adhere to the company’s Integrated Management System

Other Responsibilities

  • Work with latitude for action or decision that may be in cooperation with supervisor
  • Continuously seek ways to improve the performance of the facility’s operation
  • Ensure customers’ (both internal and external) needs are met
  • Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor or management

Salary

$90,000 - $130,000

Benefits

M/D/V/401K/HSA

Technical Qualifications

  • BS Degree in Chemistry or related degree
  • Minimum of 2 years of industry experience in elastomer product formulation
  • Experience working with customers, R&D, sales and manufacturing, troubleshooting technical issues
  • If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Devin Heffernan at dheffernan@cps4jobs.com.

JO: 8.13.26DH

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Elastomer Formulation Chemist role at CPS, Inc.?

The listed annual base salary range is $90K–$130K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the Elastomer Formulation Chemist role at CPS, Inc. based?

This role is based in Louisville, KY.

What degree is required for the Elastomer Formulation Chemist role at CPS, Inc.?

This role requires a BS.

How many years of experience does this Elastomer Formulation Chemist role require?

The posting calls for at least 2 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Elastomer Formulation Chemist role work with?

elastomers.

What techniques or methods are required for this Elastomer Formulation Chemist role?

formulation, compounding.

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