Chemist I

Freudenberg Group • Howell, MI

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About The Position

The Chemist I role focuses on developing new and improved products to meet customer demands rapidly. This position involves interacting with suppliers to identify and qualify raw materials, and providing essential technical support to various company departments including Sales, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Quality Control. The role also includes supporting Technical Sales by attending product trials at customer sites and creating detailed technical reports. A key responsibility is the characterization, handling, labeling, inspection, and disposal of hazardous waste in accordance with environmental regulations. Freudenberg Group is committed to diversity and inclusion, offering employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 0-2 years of industrial experience, including product development and formulation.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge in polymers, coatings, and surface chemistry a plus.
• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and improved products to meet customer demands in a rapid manner.
• Interact with suppliers to identify and qualify raw materials.
• Provide technical support to all company departments including Sales, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Quality Control.
• Support Technical Sales by attending product trials at customer sites.
• Create detailed technical reports by organizing and summarizing work.
• Characterize, handle, label, inspect, and dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with environmental regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level