Chemical Process Technician in Akron

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WHO IS G-3 CHICKADEE

Formerly part of Goodyear Chemical, G-3 Chickadee is now an independent, private equity-backed specialty materials company in the early stages of building its own operational . We're modernizing our infrastructure—SAP, MES, cybersecurity—and investing heavily in new product development. Local candidates due to proximity to the worksite and interview/ onboarding logistics. Relocation is not available.

THE ROLE

In this role, you'll work alongside scientists and engineers in our pilot plant, helping turn laboratory ideas into real-world solutions.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Operate small-scale polymer production equipment
• Test materials and analyze results
• Prepare samples for customer and internal evaluations
• Track process data and document findings
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and clean process equipment and support improvements
• Work closely with R&D teams on new products
• Maintain a strong safety-first mindset

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

REQUIRED

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Mechanical, technical and/or chemical aptitude; interest in figuring out how equipment works
• Strong attention to detail
• Team-first attitude
• Willingness to work off-shift two weeks per month and two weeks per month on a rotating shift schedule (Monday of the first week through Friday of the second week; 12 consecutive workdays)

• Two weeks per month on 1st shift (Monday-Friday)
  • 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
• Two weeks per month on a rotating shift schedule (Monday of the first week through Friday of the second week; 12 consecutive workdays)
  • 1st Shift: 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
  • 2nd Shift*: 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
  • 3rd Shift*: 10:30 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.
  • Employees rotate among 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts, spending approximately four months per year on each shift.

* Employees will receive a shift differential of $1.50 per hour for all hours worked on 2nd and 3rd shifts.

• Associate degree in a technical or scientific field
• Experience in manufacturing, pilot plants, or labs
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Chemical aptitude

WHY JOIN G-3 CHICKADEE

• Be part of a company that's building something new
• See your work directly impact products and processes
• Learn from scientists, engineers, and industry experts
• Grow your career as the company grows
• Competitive pay, great benefits, and tuition assistance

Ready to do meaningful work at a company that's genuinely building something new? If your answer is yes, then click Apply now.