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Pourline Production Chemist

Future Foam is ranked in the top 4 polyurethane foam manufacturing companies in the U.S. We are the main supplier to companies such as Home Depot, Simmons, Casper, Serta, Tuft & Needle, Tempur Sealy, and Ashley Furniture. We are a company that has been family owned for over 60 years and have 27 facilities across the United States in addition to facilities in Germany and China. Our primary focus is to provide excellent quality and service throughout the manufacturing process.

We are seeking a Pourline Production Chemist to join our Mansfield, MA facility. In this role, you will work closely with our Lead Process Engineer and production teams to support product quality, optimize chemical processes, and contribute to the development of new formulations. This position will give you the opportunity to provide technical support to manufacturing related problems, as well as the development and implementation of improved formulations, methods, equipment, and new product launches.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support daily operations related to polyurethane foam production, ensuring consistent quality and performance.

• Collaborate to develop, test, and refine chemical formulations and pour patterns to meet production and customer specifications.

• Monitor chemical reactions and environmental variables such as moisture, pressure, and temperature and adjust specific parameters to maintain product quality.

• Responsible for equipment selection and optimization.

• Collaborate with R&D to develop and validate new foam recipes tailored to customer needs.

• Assist in evaluating and optimizing equipment, including metering systems and pumps. Participate in projects involving upgrades to process controls and chemical delivery systems in partnership with engineering team.

• Work with the maintenance department on routine maintenance and equipment problems.

• Collaborate with the production department to address production concerns.

• Participate in the planning and execution of process improvement projects.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on process efficiency, waste reduction, and raw material optimization.

• Maintain accurate documentation of formulations, test results, process changes, and quality records.

• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, chemical handling procedures, and environmental regulations.

• Contribute to training and development of production staff on chemical processes and best practices.

• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/ Chemical or Polymer Engineering (Preferred).

• 1+ years of experience in an engineering role (Preferred).

• Strong Mechanical aptitude.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook).

• Knowledge of material science, including polymer, latex, plastisol, adhesives, etc.

• Ability to work hands‑on in an industrial environment and collaborate closely with production teams.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and Kaizen is a plus.

• Knowledge of SPC and automotive quality standards, statistical experiments, ladder logic, metering pumps, drives, sensors and transducers, control theory, hydraulics, and pneumatic is a plus.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Must be a creative thinker, results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy.

• Able to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.

• Flexible to work after hours and occasional weekends.

BENEFITS SUMMARY

We offer comprehensive benefits to keep you healthy and happy as you grow in your life and career:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage

• 401(k) with a Company Contribution

• Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation

• Health Savings Account

• Flexible Spending Account

• Training and Development

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Life Insurance

Compensation Commensurate with Experience

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person