Product/Chemical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Product/Chemical Engineer for a 5 month contract to hire opportunity in Akron OH

Product/Chemical Engineer 5-Month Contract to hire/extensions | Position is currently 100% onsite, with the potential for hybrid flexibility in the future | Akron OH

• MUST HAVE LIQUID LATEX FORMULATING EXPERIENCE
• MUST HAVE EXPOSURE TO TUBING DIP PROCESS

Job Summary

• Responsible for new product development and technical support for supported team. These responsibilities include participation in/leadership of project teams pertaining to:
• New product and process development
• Planning and implementation
• Manufacturing efficiency
• Materials evaluation/qualification

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in business meetings (representing the technical perspective) to evaluate and prioritize project opportunities
• Complete the technical aspects of Product Engineering projects
• Develop product according to customer requirements o Assist in the development of processes necessary to produce the product o Review product design and implementation for compliance with company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications (including Design Control)
• Provide manufacturing support/projects including but not limited to:
• Process Validation
• LEAN initiatives
• Qualification of new raw materials
• Identification and resolution of problems related to current manufacturing processes and materials for both Akron and Malaysia

Write/maintain/review -controlled documents relating to:

• Processing specifications
• Purchased material specifications
• BOP’s, SOP’s
• Formula Cards
• DMR’s and design control documentation for Akron and Malaysia
• Train employees on new or modified equipment, processes, procedures, and materials

Offer technical support for the following business functions:

• Marketing: technical advice for new product applications o Customer Service: technical advice for resolving product use recommendations and customer complaints
• QA: recommendations on product performance issues; develop test criteria for new product offerings
• Monitor emerging materials, processes, and technologies o Excellent communication skills with both internal resources and customers
• Perform laboratory testing on various pieces of analytical equipment

Other Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Must have a high level of initiative, business acumen, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good organizational habits and be results-driven
• Ability to work cross-functionally with all stakeholders of any given project o Performs other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• Working in an office environment
• Working in a manufacturing environment o Working remotely

Physical Conditions

• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to stand, stoop, and bend
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds

Travel Requirements: None

• Job Qualifications Required Education
• Bachelor's Degree in: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry (specialization in latex and rubber formulation), Operations, Related Science field

Required Experience

• 5+ years of Product Engineering experience with a focus on polymers and natural rubber
• ERP experience
• Experience with formulation and processing of liquid latex and dry natural rubber such as: Extrusion, Rubber compounding, Internal mixing or thermoplastic processing, Casting, and dipping.
• Experience with design control and design validation for medical devices is a plus

Other Required Qualifications

• Ability to read, interpret & generate product drawings and specifications
• Project Management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Knowledge of Word Processing, Spreadsheet, and Database software
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Displays original thinking and creativity
• Offers unique, innovative approaches to problem solving
• Good organization and time management skills
• Drives and delivers results