Designer I

Americhem is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of custom color masterbatch, functional additives, engineered compounds and performance technologies.

Our business is built around delivering Performance, Solutions and Trust through close collaboration with customers seeking to optimize their polymer products.

All of our products are backed by complete technical support that ensures quality, reliability, and value.

We are seeking a motivated Designer I to join our Design Lab team.

This role is responsible for creating formulations that meet customer specifications by applying established technology protocols and design principles.

The Designer I will work closely with senior designers, project coordinators, sales teams, and laboratory leadership to develop innovative solutions that meet customer requirements while supporting quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Create product formulations that meet customer specifications using established design rules and technology protocols
• Support product development projects under the direction of senior design team members
• Utilize product design software and laboratory systems to document formulations, testing results, and project activities
• Operate laboratory equipment and perform testing required to evaluate product performance and quality
• Follow project prioritization processes to ensure timely completion of assigned work and communicate project risks or delays as needed
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful product development throughout the product lifecycle
• Build strong working relationships with technical, quality, and commercial team members
• Support technology development initiatives by identifying gaps and assisting with the development of new design protocols and testing methods
• Author technical reports and document process changes, observations, and test results
• Participate in training and professional development activities
• Follow all quality system requirements, safety protocols, and continuous improvement initiatives