Legal Entity: Woodbridge Foam Corporation
Requisition ID: 3490
About Woodbridge
We are innovators using advanced technology to manufacture next generation products. We are pioneers in foam technology science and provide our products to customers in multiple industries. We are a global team of over 7,000 teammates strong who are laser focused on quality, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work through our Woodbridge Cares programs that serves communities around the world through volunteerism and philanthropy. We are a people centric organization that has been awarded numerous recognitions for our commitment to manufacturing excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of foam technology.
Woodbridge Culture
Woodbridge takes immense pride in its robust corporate (think people first, innovation, lets get to it, manufacturing focused) culture, which serves our customers, Teammates, and the world. We're thrilled to share that in 2024, Woodbridge has been awarded Deloitte’s Best Managed designation for eight consecutive years. This accolade is not just an award; it’s a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, inspiring you to be a part of our journey!
What's in it for you?
Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match – Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
Flexible Working Hours
Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
Continuous Learning Culture – We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!
Role Purpose:
Develop chemical formulations and manufacturing processes for new products to be produced. Assisting sales and marketing in customer presentations and line trials. Develop product specs to meet application and customer process using test methods which may be outside the normal scope.
Major Responsibilities and Activities:
Develop chemical formulations that meet customer requirements and are application/manufacturing ready
Develop chemical formulations targeted at optimizing process chemistry for COPQ/physical property requirements
Interface with suppliers and provide feedback on raw material qualifications via presentations
Interface with customers, suppliers and plants with respect to raw material qualifications, reporting out findings and discussing recommendations for raw materials
Research literature for new chemical processes and applications
Physical requirements to carry out routine duties
Moving chemicals up to 20kg
Manually weighting and mixing chemical mixtures with tabletop mixers
Manually mixing chemicals by operating tabletop mixers
Pouring foam by crushing and squeezing chemical compositions out of popcorn cups
Operating lab molds (Test block mold, flow mold etc.) by manually pushing and pulling lock handles to close and open the molds
Operating sprayer to apply mold release onto mold
Operating other manual equipment/tools
Operating lab scale foaming machines
Operating analytical instruments
Preferred Qualifications:
5-7 years of polyurethane/polymers experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Chemical or Chemistry Working Experience
Additional Qualifications
Experience in the formulation of polyurethane foam
Strong knowledge of urethane chemistry and its processing
Demonstrated strong communication skills including technical presentations, collaboration with Corporate Purchasing, customer technical teams, and supplier development
Woodbridge is committed to fostering a diverse workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, colour, ancestry, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know, and we will do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
