Rubber Technologist

Job Overview We are hiring a Rubber Technologist for a full-time, mid-level position located in Sriperumbudur. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of work experience. This role requires expertise in rubber compounding, material testing, and Six Sigma methodologies, with a focus on both mandatory and required technical skills. Job description: Minimum of 5 years of applied work history in tool design, compounding, process design, application, and testing. Demonstrated expertise in rubber manufacturing processes to include rubber mixing, extrusion, molding and preform design. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TQM, with experience in implementing quality control measures to ensure product performance and compliance. Knowledge of SPC and PFMEA/FMEA/DFMEA. Experience with materials testing equipment, standards (ASTM/ISO), and interpretation of testing results. Team driven personality. Candidate must be able to collaborate, communicate, and build relationships between vendors, Engineering, and Quality. Preferred candidate will have hands on experience with compression, transfer and injection molding processes to ensure trouble shooting capabilities. Roles and Responsibilities Develop and optimize rubber compounds for diverse applications aligning with business goals. Perform material testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications. Implement Six Sigma projects to drive process improvement and operational excellence. Design, develop, and evaluate processes for the production of rubber components. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance tooling design and performance metrics. Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations in all operations. Provide technical guidance and support to production teams to improve product quality. Keep abreast of industry trends and technologies to maintain a competitive edge.