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Date:  Jun 18, 2025
Location:  Ann Arbor
Company:  Wacker Chemical Corporation
 
Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.
 
To strengthen our team in Ann Arbor,
we are looking for you as a(n) Rotational LEAD- Technical.

 

Who we are:

You know us. You just didn’t know it. WACKER is a global chemical manufacturer that prides itself on “Creating Tomorrow’s Solutions”. WACKER materials are so versatile and adaptable, they have virtually unlimited applications just about anywhere imaginable, making WACKER an integral part of daily life. Whether it’s protecting buildings from the elements, a tube of toothpaste, a cell phone, airbags, or cosmetics, people from all over the world come into contact each day with our products and achievements. We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us.

 

Position Responsibilities Technical  Rotational Expectations):

At WACKER, we are dedicated to nurturing diverse early career talent through our rotational LEAD (Lead, Engage, Accelerate, Develop) Program. This program provides opportunities to gain experience across multiple departments and roles, fostering leadership skills, business knowledge, and a deep understanding of our products and services.

The Technical LEAD program will allow candidates to complete a 2-year rotational assignment within a various laboratory in the Silicones Division and locations. The assignments will be based in the Technical Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan, along with potential assignments/visits to WACKER’s Adrian, Michigan R&D, as well as other possible or Silicones facilities in Canton, Ohio, Chino, California, or Charleston, Tennessee. Training and sponsors will be provided for program participants.

 

Geographic flexibility is required during this program and upon completion of this program.

 

 

Position Requirements:

  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science.
  • Interest in working in technical laboratories, R&D facilities, or in process chemistry labs for manufacturing Leadership experience in student organizations or other team activities is desirable.
  • Soft skills (communications, analytical skills etc)
  • Computer/Technical skills (MS Suite, SAP..etc)
  • Schedule requirements (Hybrid schedule, rotational requirements- open to relocation etc)

 

Additional Requirements:

  • Provide own housing and transportation at home site- if placed in another location (outside of the home site) housing will be provided
  • Complete and pass WACKER pre-employment screens (physical, background check, drug screen)
  • Authorization to work in the U.S on a full-time permanent basis without restriction
  • GPA minimum requirement: 2.75
  
What do we offer?
 
WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.
 
  • Compensation and Incentive plans
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
  • Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellbeing fund
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Career development and advancement opportunities
  • Support for Community Involvement
 
We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
Reference Code: 29667 
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The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

 

Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skill and potential, without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

 


Nearest Major Market: Ann Arbor
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit

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