Chief Elastomer Chemist
Employer
Da/Pro Rubber, Inc.
Location
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, US
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
May 29, 2025
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Job DescriptionJob Description
Da/Pro Rubber, a leading custom manufacturer of precision rubber & plastics parts, is seeking a Chief Chemist. The Plant Chemist will be responsible for developing and improving rubber formulations while managing the systems that interface with quality and production. Some experience related to business development, customer relations, or direct support to these functions is highly desirable.
We are looking for individuals who can operate in an environment that encourages individual initiative and creativity, are customer-driven, a desire to be in a position that will provide an opportunity for ever-increasing responsibility, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Work schedule is 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Job Summary
The Chemist position analyzes rubber samples to confirm compliance with specifications. When anomalies or quality issues arise, the Chemist is the first point of problem-solving contact and works with various areas of the company to determine any necessary compound adjustments. The Chemist works with the company's Chief Chemist in making lab improvements and adjustments to procedures. The Chemist may travel to industry conferences and training as needed.
Job Functions
Development of rubber compounds for a variety of markets and applications
Analysis of failures from failed rubber production batches and customer returns including troubleshooting of manufacturing processes and methods
Analytical testing of rubber products and interpretation of test data
Evaluation of findings to develop new concepts, products, equipment, or processes
Completion of process and ISO standards documentation
Preparation of technical reports for use by engineering, management and sales
Design of experiments
Creation of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) documents
Corrective Action/Preventive Action, Quality, and Lean Implementation support
Interaction with customers and vendors, as needed
Production support
Other Duties as assigned by Executive leadership
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year accredited college or university in Chemistry or Polymer Science
Demonstrated proficiency in statistics, preferably related to manufacturing with a good understanding of standard deviation, normal distributions and process capability measures
Advanced proficiency with standard lab equipment, MS Office Suite and standard web browsers
Familiarity with industry standards and specifications
Preferred Qualifications
Five to ten years of experience in a rubber mixing and manufacturing environment
Experience with compounding requirements for all polymer families for medical, consumer and aerospace applications
Familiarity with all mixing techniques of thermoset elastomers
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Company offers medical, dental, and vision insurance plus a 401K.
For further information on Da/Pro Rubber, Inc., you may visit our web-site at www.daprorubber.com
Da/Pro participates in E-Verify and conducts pre-employment drug testing.
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Employer
Da/Pro Rubber, Inc.
Location
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, US
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
May 29, 2025
Apply on website
Job DescriptionJob Description
Da/Pro Rubber, a leading custom manufacturer of precision rubber & plastics parts, is seeking a Chief Chemist. The Plant Chemist will be responsible for developing and improving rubber formulations while managing the systems that interface with quality and production. Some experience related to business development, customer relations, or direct support to these functions is highly desirable.
We are looking for individuals who can operate in an environment that encourages individual initiative and creativity, are customer-driven, a desire to be in a position that will provide an opportunity for ever-increasing responsibility, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Work schedule is 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Job Summary
The Chemist position analyzes rubber samples to confirm compliance with specifications. When anomalies or quality issues arise, the Chemist is the first point of problem-solving contact and works with various areas of the company to determine any necessary compound adjustments. The Chemist works with the company's Chief Chemist in making lab improvements and adjustments to procedures. The Chemist may travel to industry conferences and training as needed.
Job Functions
Development of rubber compounds for a variety of markets and applications
Analysis of failures from failed rubber production batches and customer returns including troubleshooting of manufacturing processes and methods
Analytical testing of rubber products and interpretation of test data
Evaluation of findings to develop new concepts, products, equipment, or processes
Completion of process and ISO standards documentation
Preparation of technical reports for use by engineering, management and sales
Design of experiments
Creation of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) documents
Corrective Action/Preventive Action, Quality, and Lean Implementation support
Interaction with customers and vendors, as needed
Production support
Other Duties as assigned by Executive leadership
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year accredited college or university in Chemistry or Polymer Science
Demonstrated proficiency in statistics, preferably related to manufacturing with a good understanding of standard deviation, normal distributions and process capability measures
Advanced proficiency with standard lab equipment, MS Office Suite and standard web browsers
Familiarity with industry standards and specifications
Preferred Qualifications
Five to ten years of experience in a rubber mixing and manufacturing environment
Experience with compounding requirements for all polymer families for medical, consumer and aerospace applications
Familiarity with all mixing techniques of thermoset elastomers
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Company offers medical, dental, and vision insurance plus a 401K.
For further information on Da/Pro Rubber, Inc., you may visit our web-site at www.daprorubber.com
Da/Pro participates in E-Verify and conducts pre-employment drug testing.
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Job ID: 478610619
Originally Posted on: 5/27/2025
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