- Legal Entity: Phoenix Compounding Technology GmbH (0810)
- Working Time: Full Time
Company Description
ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 39,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.4 billion euros (2024), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.
Job Description
We're looking for a talented and detail-oriented Material Industrialisation Chemist to join our dynamic team in Waltershausen, Germany. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge the gap between laboratory innovation and large-scale production, driving the successful industrialization of advanced materials and compounds. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, external partners, and suppliers to transform promising formulations into reliable, market-ready products that meet the highest quality standards.
- Develop and optimize compound formulations for external customers, ensuring alignment with specific application requirements and performance specifications
- Evaluate and approve product and material properties during the industrialization phase, conducting thorough technical assessments against established product requirements
- Lead and support the industrialization of compounds from development stage to serial production status, working closely with manufacturing plants and production teams
- Collaborate with central departments and external partners to implement new raw materials and innovative production technologies
- Manage industrialization projects by planning timelines, leading cross-functional initiatives, monitoring progress, and identifying and mitigating risks
- Conduct technical analysis and troubleshooting to resolve challenges during the scaling-up process, ensuring efficient problem resolution
- Maintain comprehensive documentation and prepare detailed technical reports on material properties, test results, and industrialization progress
- Partner with suppliers, universities, and research institutes to evaluate new materials and stay current with industry advancements
- Ensure compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols throughout the industrialization process
- Support decision-making through data-driven analysis and transparent communication with stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline
- Proven experience in compound development and industrialization, with a track record of successfully scaling formulations to production
- Demonstrated expertise in evaluating and approving material and product properties in accordance with technical specifications
- Strong project management capabilities, including planning, leading, monitoring, and risk management
- Solid technical knowledge of materials including chemicals, compounds, textile cord, textile fabric, and steel cord
- Experience collaborating with suppliers, external partners, and cross-functional teams to implement new materials and production technologies
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in preparing technical documentation and reports
- Advanced proficiency in English (required for international collaboration)
- German language skills (advantageous for the Waltershausen location)
- Familiarity with quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and industry standards
- Organized, detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Collaborative mindset with a commitment to supporting team success and fostering inclusive working relationships
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Material Industrialisation Chemist in Waltershausen Arbeitgeber: Continental Group Sector ContiTech
Continental ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der seinen Mitarbeitern nicht nur spannende Karrierechancen bietet, sondern auch ein unterstützendes Arbeitsumfeld fördert. Mit einem starken Fokus auf Vielfalt, Inklusion und persönliches Wachstum, ermöglicht das Unternehmen flexible Arbeitsmodelle und umfangreiche Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten, um die Work-Life-Balance zu unterstützen. Die Position des Head of Sales Rail in einem globalen Unternehmen wie Continental bietet die Möglichkeit, an komplexen Projekten zu arbeiten und bedeutende Beziehungen zu wichtigen Entscheidungsträgern aufzubauen.
Kontaktdaten:
Continental Group Sector ContiTech Recruiting-Team
