Leadership Development Program - Chemical Engineer

Leadership Development Program - Chemical Engineer

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Synthomer is a specialty chemicals manufacturer and one of the world’s foremost suppliers of water-based polymers with market leadership positions across the globe. Our polymers help customers create innovative new products and enhance the performance of existing products in key industries such as coatings, construction, adhesives, and nitrile medical gloves. To support our long-term growth strategy, we’re looking for individuals that have a technical foundation and are passionate about driving change, enhancing Synthomer’s operational capabilities and have a desire to develop into a future leader of our organization.

We believe in a one-size-fits-one tailored approach to your development. During the program you will be supported through learning events, mentoring and personal development planning to position you to become a successful leader within the organization. Our LDP consists of three rotational assignments that align to current strategic initiatives within our business. Within each assignment, you will have the opportunity to make significant contributions to the organization.

After successfully completing the program, you will be prepared for an exciting, impactful, and challenging Operations & Engineering role.

• New product scale up within, or product transfer between our chemicals operations
• Capital project execution and commissioning
• Integrating global Manufacturing Excellence into plant operations
• Leading a six-sigma project to improve product yield, uptime, or energy usage

• Operations Leadership
• Manufacturing Excellence
• Engineering Leadership

• Highly motivated, results-oriented, and possess a passion for strengthening operational, strategic thinking and leadership skills.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, or related field from an accredited university.
• Minimum of one internship or CO‑OP that provide practical experience in strategic marketing or market development (two or more preferred).
• 3.2 GPA Minimum.
• Participants must be geographically mobile during the program, including ability to relocate within the U.S. based on assignment location and travel internationally.
• Permanent work authorization in the United States is required.