Job description

The Opportunity

Founded in 1890, The D.S. Brown Company, (A Gibraltar Industries Company), is a world-wide leader and supplier of engineered products to the bridge and highway industry. Headquartered in North Baltimore, Ohio, the Company actively sells to bridge and pavement contractors, specialty subcontractors, and construction product distributors. The D.S. Brown Company prides itself on its quality workforce and its reputable products. Check us out at www.dsbrown.comand become part of our awesome team!

This position provides technical support in the production of rubber to reduce and eliminate process variation. Responsibilities include management of existing mixed compound portfolio and corresponding test data, modifications of mixed stocks to meet customer requirements, and evaluation of raw materials for equivalent use or quality concerns. This position also requires the individual to develop test procedures, tooling, and programs to support quality inspections of existing or new products.

Who we're looking for

All your life, you've been a thinker - a practical innovator with rolled-up sleeves, a strong sense of purpose and healthy dose of optimist in you. A maker who gets things done. If you dream of using technology to make a difference in the world, we want you with us.

At Gibraltar, we're solving big problems and pushing the boundaries of what's possible, changing lives with smarter products and services in ag tech, renewable energy and residential products that will shape a better future for people and the planet. So we're looking for more than great talent, we're looking for good people with a unique point of view - creators ready to tackle our most important challenges.

If you thrive in a collaborative and inclusive culture, working side by side with talented teammates or hand in hand with customers and communities to solve real-world technology problems, we want to hear from you.

What you'll do

• Matches existing stocks or makes modifications to meet customer requirements
• Recommends new policies or procedures as necessary
• Analyzing and summarizing lab test results to ensure conformance to existing specifications
• Supports manufacturing in trouble-shooting production problems
• Interfaces with raw material suppliers and evaluates equivalent materials
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once

Secondary Accountabilities

• In addition to the accountabilities listed above, individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

What we need

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary accountability satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Additionally, the physical demands and the work environment typically encountered are listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Education / Experience (an equivalent combination of education and experience required to successfully complete the primary accountabilities is indicated below)

• Degree: B.S. Major: Chemical or Mechanical Engineering/Chemistry
• Years of Experience: 0-5 years
• Area: Rubber Compounding/Mixing/Extrusion/Molding

Competencies / Technical Skills

• Core Competencies : Fostering Teamwork; Managing Performance; Building Collaborative Relationships; Customer Orientation; Result Orientation; Personal Credibility
• Organizational Competencies: Initiative; Influencing Others

Physical Requirements

• Most of the time spent sitting, standing and walking. May be situations which require up to 50 pounds of lifting. Must be able to bend periodically. Must be able to see and hear.

What we offer

Health & Welfare

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and dependents
• Health care & dependent flexible spending plans
• Free Life and AD&D coverage with supplemental coverage options
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive compensation
• Bonus opportunities
• Generous 401(k) plan

Flexibility & Time Off

• Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, jury duty, sick leave, disability, holidays.

Community & Personal Development

• Donation matching and time off to volunteer
• Educational reimbursement

About Us

Gibraltar is a leading manufacturer and supplier of products and services for North American ag tech, renewable energy, residential, and infrastructure markets. By building solutions that make life better for people and the planet, Gibraltar advances the art and science of engineering, science and technology to shape the future of comfortable living, sustainable power, and productive growing.

Guided by an inclusive, values-driven culture that celebrates and rewards different perspectives, we work together to create lasting positive impact on everyone our business touches. To learn more about what makes us #GibraltarProud, visit our website: www.gibraltar1.com

Gibraltar is an Equal Opportunity Employer; and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. In addition, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: In person

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