Technical Manager I/II Job Details

Date: Apr 2, 2025

Location: Chino

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 Chino,

we are looking for you as a(n) Technical Manager I/II.

This position will proactively support the Engineering Silicones Business Team in North and Central America in diverse markets including Aerospace, Energy, Automotive, and Silicone Rubber. The ability to effectively collaborate with local and global teams (Marketing, Sales Managers, Distribution, R&D, Supply Chain, and Operations) and external customers is paramount to support and drive to meet/exceed defined targets. The Technical Manager will be responsible for managing, developing, and training a team of chemists and initiating technical projects within the business team and support chemical and lab safety.

The Technical Manager will support customer silicone compound formulation development and/or technical service in collaboration with Sales and Marketing to achieve the Business Team objectives. The Technical Manager collaborates with the R&D group to innovate new products and works closely with our Process Chemists to scale up new products and troubleshoot production challenges. This position will also manage regional product registration and being the Chemist of Record for our SILMIX(R) custom compounds business. By working cross-functionally with other managers, the Technical Manager will actively contribute to the continuous improvement of the site.

Position Qualifications

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry, Material Science, Polymer Science, Materials Engineering, or related field, Masters in Chemistry/Polymer Science, or Doctorate preferred
Minimum 5 years relevant technical supervisory experience, technical service, R&D, engineering, or product development
Experience in HCR and silicone compounds (preferred)
Knowledge and skills required: experience working in a team environment, rubber testing knowledge, in a materials laboratory, with QA systems, polymer processing expertise, understanding of silicone chemistry.

The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Chino is $130,300.00-162,500.00. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc . Wacker is a multi state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

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.
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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 for 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, skills, 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..