Compound Engineer
Posted 27 days ago
Compound Engineer
Yokohama Tire Manufacturing Virginia - Virginia (Salem)
Do you like knowing how things work, getting to the bottom of a problem, and understanding what elements go into making a final product? Does the thought of using technical expertise + science light you up? You could be our next Compound Engineer! We’re looking for a problem-solver, with a passion for materials and manufacturing, to work hands-on in developing and testing compounds for Yokohama tires. As the Compound Engineer, you’ll play a key role in developing and optimizing rubber compounds and process capabilities for tire manufacturing. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. In doing so, you will be responsible for: • Developing specific compounds for tires in the YTMV production plant • Qualifying new raw materials and participates in production trials as requested • Using observation and recording skills to analyze and present technical data and solutions • Preparing internal documents with minimal assistance • Being a first line of defense for quality control within plant processes, compounding lab, and test data • Performing a variety of testing throughout the mixing process including release testing on textiles and steel, picma tack testing on components, and antioxidant testing on mixed compounds • Performing root-cause analysis on off-test material and disposition material, if necessary • Managing departmental projects in addition to day-to-day responsibilities while remaining organized, consistent, and efficient
Required Qualifications:
Our ideal candidate would have the following experience and attributes. However, we believe in a culture that recognizes not everyone’s path is the same. If you feel your knowledge and abilities will be successful in this role, we encourage you to apply. • The strong ability to prioritize projects and multi-task on a day-to-day basis • You enjoy a “no day is ever the same” type work environment • An ideal candidate would have previous experience in a Compound Engineering or similar role. We are open to all levels of experience as the best fit candidate will be hired at a level commensurate with their experience. • A Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field • You are comfortable in a manufacturing environment and have an interest in a technical, hands-on style career • Strong Microsoft Excel skills, a root-cause analysis background, and being math-oriented are desirable for this role • Our best fit candidate will have experience in mixing technology and/or rubber production • An understanding of quality standards and a commitment to uphold them throughout your work • The desire to work as part of team, leveraging everyone’s strengths to reach goals and increase your skills