WHO IS G-3 CHICKADEE

Formerly part of Goodyear Chemical, G-3 Chickadee is now an independent, private equity-backed specialty materials company in the early stages of building its own operational identity. We're modernizing our infrastructure—SAP, MES, cybersecurity—and investing heavily in new product development. Local candidates preferred due to proximity to the worksite and interview/ onboarding logistics. Relocation is not available.

THE ROLE

In this role, you'll work alongside scientists and engineers in our pilot plant, helping turn laboratory ideas into real-world solutions.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Operate small-scale polymer production equipment
Test materials and analyze results
Prepare samples for customer and internal evaluations
Track process data and document findings
Troubleshoot, maintain, and clean process equipment and support improvements
Work closely with R&D teams on new products
Maintain a strong safety-first mindset

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

REQUIRED

High school diploma or equivalent
Mechanical, technical and/or chemical aptitude; interest in figuring out how equipment works
Strong attention to detail
Team-first attitude
Willingness to work off-shift two weeks per month and two weeks

per month on a rotating shift schedule (Monday of the first week through Friday of the second week; 12 consecutive workdays)

Two weeks per month on 1st shift (Monday-Friday)
- 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Two weeks per month on a rotating shift schedule (Monday of the first week through Friday of the second week; 12 consecutive workdays)- 1st Shift: 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- 2nd Shift*: 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
- 3rd Shift*: 10:30 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.
- Employees rotate among 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts, spending approximately four months per year on each shift.

* Employees will receive a shift differential of $1.50 per hour for all hours worked on 2nd and 3rd shifts.

**PREFERRED **

Associate degree in a technical or scientific field
Experience in manufacturing, pilot plants, or labs
Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Chemical aptitude

WHY JOIN G-3 CHICKADEE

Be part of a company that's building something new
See your work directly impact products and processes
Learn from scientists, engineers, and industry experts
Grow your career as the company grows

You should be proficient in:

Entry Level