Chemical Processing Technician

G-3 Chickadee Job OpportunityFormerly part of Goodyear Chemical, G-3 Chickadee is now an independent, private equity-backed specialty materials company in the early stages of building its own operational identity. We're modernizing our infrastructure—SAP, MES, cybersecurity—and investing heavily in new product development. Local candidates preferred due to proximity to the worksite and interview/onboarding logistics. Relocation is not available.The RoleIn this role, you'll work alongside scientists and engineers in our pilot plant, helping turn laboratory ideas into real-world solutions.What You'll DoOperate small-scale polymer production equipmentTest materials and analyze resultsPrepare samples for customer and internal evaluationsTrack process data and document findingsTroubleshoot, maintain, and clean process equipment and support improvementsWork closely with R&D teams on new productsMaintain a strong safety-first mindsetWhat We're Looking ForRequiredHigh school diploma or equivalentMechanical, technical and/or chemical aptitude; interest in figuring out how equipment worksStrong attention to detailTeam-first attitudeWillingness to work off-shift two weeks per month and two weeks per month on a rotating shift schedule (Monday of the first week through Friday of the second week; 12 consecutive workdays)Two weeks per month on 1st shift (Monday-Friday) 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.Two weeks per month on a rotating shift schedule (Monday of the first week through Friday of the second week; 12 consecutive workdays) 1st Shift: 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.2nd Shift*: 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.3rd Shift*: 10:30 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.Employees rotate among 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts, spending approximately four months per year on each shift.* Employees will receive a shift differential of $1.50 per hour for all hours worked on 2nd and 3rd shifts.PreferredAssociate degree in a technical or scientific fieldExperience in manufacturing, pilot plants, or labsFamiliarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Chemical aptitudeWhy Join G-3 ChickadeeBe part of a company that's building something newSee your work directly impact products and processesLearn from scientists, engineers, and industry expertsGrow your career as the company growsCompetitive pay, great benefits, and tuition assistanceReady to do meaningful work at a company that's genuinely building something new? If your answer is yes, then click Apply now.