Chemist I

Chem-Trend, a company of the Freudenberg Group, is a global leader in the development, manufacture, and marketing of specialized release agents, purging compounds, paper impregnation chemicals, and other process chemical specialties and additives. The company operates manufacturing and R&D facilities in North and South America, Europe, India, and Asia, with headquarters in Michigan, USA. Chem-Trend focuses on innovative solutions for the die casting, polyurethane, rubber, composites, tire, thermoplastic, wood composite, and paper impregnation industries. Location Howell, MI (On‑Site) Job Description Summary Develop new products and improve existing technologies, and/or perform analytical methods and interpret their results as needed to satisfy all analytical requests from the company's worldwide R&D operations. Provide technical support to customers, Sales, Plant Operations, QA/QC, and Purchasing. Responsibilities Develop new product formulations and improve existing technologies. Perform analytical methods and interpret results for R&D requests. Provide technical support to customers, Sales, Plant Operations, QA/QC, and Purchasing. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field. 0-2 years of industrial experience, including product development and formulation. Knowledge of polymers, coatings, and surface chemistry. Knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes. Benefits Paid Holidays Health Insurance Diversity & Inclusion initiatives The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Freudenberg Group