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Rubber Formulation Chemist

· Indiana, PA,2d ago,verified 7 h ago
$60k – $70kfrom the posting

BS-level Formulation / Compounding roles on Crosslinked list a median of $91k (48 that show pay).

Develop and optimize rubber compound formulations and run physical, rheological and analytical testing to support production.

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Why it is interesting. Hands-on rubber formulation plus analytical method development, with direct handoff of formulations into production.

Mostly at the benchGeneralistFast-paced BS acceptable

Core polymer role:Develop and optimize rubber compound formulations; rubber chemistry and vulcanization; Mooney viscosity, tensile strength, hardness testing

Seniority
Mid-level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Industry
General manufacturing
Role
Formulation / Compounding
Materials
rubber compounds,41 roleselastomers,123 roles
Techniques
GC,38 rolesHPLC,49 rolesspectroscopy,85 rolesMooney viscosity,4 rolestensile testing,136 roles

Role details

Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize rubber compound formulations, while evaluating new raw materials, additives, and processing techniques to improve product performance, quality, and manufacturing efficiency
  • Conduct physical, chemical, rheological, and analytical testing of raw materials and finished products; analyze results to identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and recommend process improvements
  • Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instrumentation including spectrophotometers, gas chromatography (GC), HPLC systems, and spectrometers, while developing and validating analytical test methods
  • Partner with Production, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to support product development, resolve chemical/process and product-quality issues, and transition formulation improvements into production
  • Support R&D, regulatory, and quality activities by conducting scientific investigations, developing new or improved formulations, and maintaining accurate documentation of formulations, test results, experimental procedures, and findings for audits and compliance

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific/engineering discipline preferred.
  • Strong R&D background in experimental design, data analysis, chemical-system troubleshooting, formulation development, and product scale-up
  • Hands-on experience with analytical laboratory equipment, including spectrophotometers, GC, HPLC, spectroscopy techniques, and related instrumentation
  • Knowledge of rubber chemistry and vulcanization, including testing methods such as Mooney viscosity, tensile strength, and hardness, with familiarity in GLP, cGMP, ISO 9001, and laboratory safety requirements
  • Proven ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced industrial/R&D environment, maintaining strong accuracy, attention to detail, and disciplined documentation

Salary: $60k-$70k/annum

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Rubber Formulation Chemist role at this employer?

The listed annual base salary range is $60K–$70K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the Rubber Formulation Chemist role at this employer based?

This role is based in Indiana, PA.

What degree is required for the Rubber Formulation Chemist role at this employer?

This role asks for a bachelor's degree.

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

rubber compounds, elastomers.

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

GC, HPLC, spectroscopy, Mooney viscosity, tensile testing.