Does LANXESS sponsor H-1B visas?

LANXESS has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Plant Chemist role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Plant Chemist role at LANXESS based?

This role is based in Chardon, OH.

How many years of experience does this Plant Chemist role require?

The posting calls for 5–10 years of relevant experience.

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Plant Chemist

LANXESS · Chardon, OH1mo agoverified 21 h ago

BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $112k (561 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Support operations, lead new product processing development, conduct trials at specialty chemicals plant.

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Why it is interesting. Own new product scale-up and process improvements for rubber compounding at a major specialty chemicals company.

Might not be for you. Plant-floor role with production support focus, less open-ended R&D.

Bench and deskGeneralist BS acceptable Realistic requirements

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Core polymer rolemixing and compounding and plant instrumentation equipment capabilities; RCH/RCR technology; conducting trials and submitting Lab Test Requests

H-1B filings

LANXESS filed 4 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Process Engineer 3, Reliability Engineer, Senior Chemist. Median filed pay: $132K a year.

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Seniority: Mid-level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 5–10 yrs
Industry: Chemicals
Role: Process Engineering

Materials

rubber89 rolescompoundingpolymers436 roles

Techniques

analytical testing9 roles

Benefits

global bonus programflexible working arrangements

Role details

Job Highlights

Support operations teams on trouble shooting quality issues in process and after batches to determine root causes and correction actions.
Participate in the design/establishment of mixing and compounding and plant instrumentation equipment capabilities
Coordinate process improvement activities.
Ensure quality policies and guidelines are established, promoted and adhered to in all activities pertaining to this position.
Lead the development of new product processing in the manufacturing facility for the customer base and develop improvements to the existing product mix
Provide support to key market segments and customers by introducing RCH/RCR technology
Responsible for conducting trials and submitting Lab Test Requests to the Laboratory in order to assist Product Management and Procurement with the approval or disapproval of raw materials procured by Supply Chain
Attend morning production/scheduling meeting as an active participant
Assist production in the establishment of parameters and proesses for new products

Experience / Skills

Bachelor's Degree
5 - 10 years of relevant experience
Strong ability to analyze data to develop conclusions
Technically skilled in analytical testing & equipment knowledge
Ability to work independently, strong ability to make decisions and continuous improvements

Location Chardon

Employee Type Regular

Who We Are

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability.

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What We Offer

Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program.
Comprehensive Benefits We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
Work-Life & Flexibility We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
Training & Development We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
Diversity LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.

LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.

We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available!

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