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Company | Performance Health |
Address | Akron, OH, United States |
Employment type | FULL_TIME |
Salary | |
Category | Wellness and Fitness Services |
Expires | 2023-07-27 |
Posted at | 10 months ago |
Performance Health is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Polymer/Chemical Engineer to join our team in Akron, OH. The successful candidate will possess a strong background in engineering, with a focus on polymers, and have at least 5 years of relevant industry experience. The ideal candidate will have expertise in natural and synthetic rubber, as well as extensive knowledge of extrusion processes. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and improvement of our polymer-based products.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct research and development activities to optimize polymer formulations, processes, and properties
- Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and waste minimization, proposing and implementing relevant improvements
- Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements and trends in polymer science and engineering, sharing knowledge and insights with the team
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop new products and improve existing ones, ensuring they meet customer requirements and industry standards
- Provide technical expertise and support to manufacturing operations, troubleshooting issues related to extrusion processes and polymer materials
- Analyze and interpret experimental data, preparing reports and presenting findings to management and stakeholders
- Develop and implement quality control procedures and test methods to ensure consistent product quality and compliance with specifications
- Work closely with suppliers and external partners to evaluate new materials and technologies for potential use in product development
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Design and execute experiments to characterize and evaluate the performance of polymer materials, with an emphasis on natural and synthetic rubber
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies throughout all stages of product development and manufacturing
Job Qualifications
- Ability to travel 10% of the time, including overnight travel
- Proficiency in extrusion processes, with hands-on experience in designing and optimizing extrusion lines
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
- Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations governing polymer materials and processes
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a polymer engineering role, preferably in the rubber industry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present technical information to diverse audiences
- Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, and analyze experiments, utilizing statistical tools and methodologies
- Self-motivated and proactive, with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong knowledge of polymer chemistry, processing techniques, and structure-property relationships
- Experience with natural and synthetic rubber, including compounding and vulcanization processes
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Performance Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, and any other characteristic protected by law.
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