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Full-time
bachelor degree
Relocation Assistance
Posted 24d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Chemical Engineer optimizes manufacturing processes for electrical safety products, focusing on the transition of material formulations from lab to production. They are responsible for monitoring process capability, troubleshooting production issues, and driving continuous improvement in yield and efficiency.
Requirements
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in chemical or elastomer manufacturing. Proficiency in process engineering, scale-up, and rubber processing (NR, butyl, EPDM) is required.
Full job description
The role of the site Chemical Engineer is to support and optimize the manufacturing processes used to produce electrical safety products, including insulating gloves and sleeves. This role is responsible for translating material formulations into stable, scalable, and efficient production processes, ensuring consistent product quality and compliance with safety standards.
This role will work closely with chemists and manufacturing engineers and serve as the technical bridge between formulation and production, with a strong focus on process engineering, equipment performance, and continuous improvement.
This is an onsite position in North Charleston, SC.
Relocation assistance is available for qualifying candidates.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Process Engineering & Optimization
Own and optimize core processing operations involving elastomers, including mixing and compounding, dipping and curing.
Establish and maintain critical process parameters (temperature profiles, cycle times, viscosity control, cure conditions)
Monitor process capability and drive improvements in yield, throughput, and cost efficiency
Scale-Up & Process Transfer
Partner with Polymer Chemists to transition formulations from lab to production
Define process windows and operating envelopes for new materials
Lead plant trials, validation runs, and process qualification activities
Ensure repeatability and robustness of new product introductions
Manufacturing Support & Troubleshooting
Investigate and resolve process-related issues (e.g., defects, variability, scrap)
Conduct root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., DMAIC, 5-Why)
Support production teams in real-time troubleshooting and process adjustments
Quality, Safety & Compliance
Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of chemical safety standards, ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with site operations.
Ensure processes consistently meet product specifications and applicable standards (ASTM/IEC for electrical PPE)
Support internal and external audits related to manufacturing processes
Collaborate with Quality to analyze trends and drive defect reduction
Continuous Improvement
Lead and or support initiatives to improve process efficiency, cycle time and yield
Lead root cause analysis and resolve complex, non-routine process and quality issues to ensure stable, efficient operations.
Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to drive measurable improvements
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field
5+ years of experience in chemical or elastomer manufacturing environments
Strong experience with process engineering in a production setting, scale-up and process validation.
Prior experience in elastomers or rubber processing (e.g., NR, butyl, EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer))
Working knowledge of:
Heat transfer, mass transfer, and reaction kinetics as applied to manufacturing
Continuous and/or batch processing systems
Preferred
Familiarity with dipping or coating processes
Exposure to vulcanization (sulfur/peroxide curing systems)
Experience with ASTM/IEC standards related to electrical insulation products
Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher)
Related keywords
Chemical EngineeringElastomersRubber ProcessingMixingCompoundingDippingCuringVulcanizationProcess ParametersProcess QualificationDMAIC5-WhyLean ManufacturingSix SigmaGreen BeltASTM
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Built on legacy. Powered by innovation. Committed to safety.
Learn more at pipglobal.com
Offices: 25 British American Blvd, Latham, New York 12110, US
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As the new independent global leader in safety, PIP Global Safety™ is redefining what it means to be protected on the job. With over 40 years of experience and the integration of legacy brands like Bisley®, PUMA® Safety Shoes, THORZT™, BOSS®, NORTH™, Howard Leight™, Miller™, Salisbury™ and Fibre-Metal™, we deliver one of the most trusted and comprehensive portfolios of personal protective equipment in the world.
From hand and arm protection to electrical safety and heat stress, our head-to-toe solutions are engineered with precision, rigorously tested and trusted by professionals across industrial, construction, utility and other sectors.
We believe PPE should never feel like a compromise. When it fits right, performs flawlessly and adapts to the challenges of the job, it becomes more than gear – it becomes empowerment. That’s the standard we set with every product we design: Protection Empowered™.
We’re united by one singular vision: to protect workers so they can perform at their best. With global reach, advanced manufacturing capabilities and relentless focus on innovation, we’re not just shaping the future of PPE, we’re raising the standard.
Built on legacy. Powered by innovation. Committed to safety.
Learn more at pipglobal.com
Offices: 25 British American Blvd, Latham, New York 12110, US
Hand & Arm ProtectionEye & Face ProtectionHead ProtectionHearing ProtectionProtective ClothingWarning Beacons & BatonsHeat Stress ManagementRespiratory Protectionand 3SP TrainingConsumer Goods