Senior Chemist

Date: Sep 24, 2024
Location: North Canton
Company: Wacker Chemical Corporation

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work?

With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

To strengthen our team in North Canton, we are looking for you as a(n) Senior Chemist .

Position Overview:

1. Work with sales managers and customers to identify customer needs and develop applicable formulations.
2. Develop appropriate testing plans for work to support opportunities.
3. Assist with troubleshooting production issues.
4. Coordinate with operations to introduce new products and address quality issues with existing products.
5. Optimize cost position during product development through formulation optimization.
6. Provide support for chemical and lab safety.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering / Material Science with 3+ years in a technical role in a chemical manufacturing environment and/or QA/QC laboratory.
2. Rubber compounding, rubber testing, or rubber processing experience a plus.

What do we offer?

WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of:

1. Compensation and Incentive plans
2. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
3. Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
4. Paid parental leave
5. Wellbeing fund
6. Flexible hybrid work arrangements
7. 401(k) with company match
8. Education Assistance Program
9. Career development and advancement opportunities
10. Support for Community Involvement

We are looking forward to your online application at .

A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Wacker Chemical Corporation is a Minority/Female/Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation.