Dover Chemical Corporation

02/05/2026

A big step forward for packaging safety and circularity.

The European Commission has authorized Doverphos® LGP-12 for EU food-contact polyolefin applications — a milestone that reflects years of development focused on consumer safety, performance, and regulatory stewardship.

We’re excited to help manufacturers move forward with confidence while addressing a long-standing industry need for safer, high-performance antioxidant technologies — not only for today’s packaging challenges, but for the future of more sustainable materials as well.

Read more: https://www.doverchem.com/press/2026/2/5/efsa-authorization-doverphos-lgp-12

01/29/2026

🎤 We’re heading to AMI PE Films next week!

Shawn Cook will be presenting on how the films industry is evolving to meet rising expectations around compliance, purity, and circularity.

His talk takes a value-chain perspective, exploring how regulators, brand owners, converters, and material suppliers can align on future-ready PE film design—without sacrificing performance.

If you’d like to learn more about these topics or schedule a conversation with Shawn, feel free to reach out.

01/12/2026

🚧 NOW HIRING: Maintenance Mechanic 🚧
Looking for a hands‑on career with real growth opportunities? We’re adding a Maintenance Mechanic to our Dover, OH team!

What We’re Looking For:
Strong mechanical aptitude (a must!)
Manufacturing maintenance experience preferred
5+ years industrial maintenance experience
OR qualify by testing into our Mechanic Apprenticeship Program
Chemical industry experience is a plus
High school diploma required; technical school preferred
Ability to read drawings/manuals and work with pipe, pumps, valves, meters, gearboxes, and general equipment
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Able to work in a fast‑paced environment
Must lift/move 50 lb. frequently and 80 lb. occasionally

Requirements:
Pre‑employment test
Physical
Drug screen
Background check

If you’re mechanically inclined, safety‑minded, and ready to join a solid team, we want to hear from you. Please visit our website,

At Dover Chemical our success has been driven by the concerted efforts and collective vision of our people. Our goal is to create an environment that attracts and retains talented, ethical and responsible individuals who embrace a culture of entrepreneurial thinking and the courage and curiosity to....

12/22/2025

❄️ This holiday season, we’re especially grateful for the people behind — our dedicated team, valued customers, and trusted partners around the world.

Thank you for another year of collaboration, innovation, and shared success. Warm wishes for a happy holiday season and a bright year ahead!

10/30/2025

We're hiring! 🔧
Maintenance Technician – Full-Time

Join our team and help keep our operations running smoothly. We’re looking for a skilled, reliable Maintenance Technician with experience in manufacturing equipment, vessels and piping.

What We Offer:
• Competitive pay
• Great benefits
• Supportive team environment

Requirements:
• Experience in maintenance or related field
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

📍 Location: Dover Chemical Corporation, Hammond, IN
📩 Apply at:

At Dover Chemical our success has been driven by the concerted efforts and collective vision of our people. Our goal is to create an environment that attracts and retains talented, ethical and responsible individuals who embrace a culture of entrepreneurial thinking and the courage and curiosity to....

10/08/2025

This week, we are proud to celebrate Customer Service Appreciation Week at Dover Chemical.

We recognize and thank the dedicated professionals who ensure exceptional support and service to both our internal and external customers every day.

From left to right: Andrew Gibb, Michelle Stephens, and Gary Charton — valued members of our customer service team whose expertise and commitment make a meaningful impact.

Thank you for your continued dedication to excellence.

10/08/2025

The future of is circular — and it starts today at .

As global brands, converters, and recyclers gather in Düsseldorf, one message is clear: a truly circular packaging economy depends on smarter .

At Dover Chemical, we’re helping make that future possible with safer, NIAS-free antioxidants like Doverphos® LGP-12, engineered to support higher recycled content and longer material lifecycles — without compromising performance or safety.

🔁 Learn how innovations in additive technology are powering the circular economy in our latest blog: https://www.doverchem.com/blog/food-packaging-and-circular-economy

10/03/2025

Now Hiring: Laborers & First Helpers – Hammond, IN

We’re currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team in Hammond, IN for the roles of Laborer and First Helper. These are hourly union positions offering competitive wages and benefits.

To view the full job description and requirements, please visit our website,

At Dover Chemical our success has been driven by the concerted efforts and collective vision of our people. Our goal is to create an environment that attracts and retains talented, ethical and responsible individuals who embrace a culture of entrepreneurial thinking and the courage and curiosity to....

10/02/2025

⏳ Just 1 week until in Düsseldorf!

We’ll be at K 2025 with the Doverphos® LGP-12 platform—now featuring DoverCycle™ for recycled-content .

♻️ Incorporate more recycled content
⚙️ Reduce downtime and die lip buildup
📦 Meet next-generation packaging and compliance needs

📍 Visit us at Hall 8b / C48

👉 Read our full announcement: https://www.doverchem.com/press/2025/9/18/dover-chemical-expands-doverphos-lgp-12-platform-with-the-introduction-of-dovercycle-for-recycled-polyolefins

09/30/2025

is one of the most important concepts in food packaging safety. It affects compliance, product quality, and even potential.

Our latest Inside Food Packaging Science breaks down what migration is, why it matters, and how low-migration solutions like Doverphos® LGP-12 support safer, more packaging.

🔗 Read the blog: https://www.doverchem.com/blog/what-is-migration?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=blog

Learn what migration in food packaging means, why it matters for safety and quality, and how Doverphos® LGP-12 offers a low-migration solution.

09/30/2025

Position opening - Instrumentational Electrician in Hammond, IN. This position is one with emphasis on both instrumentation and electrical work. Work with instrumentation includes installing, maintaining, and repairing/replacing automated valves and field instrumentation. This position also requires the maintenance and troubleshooting of the plant’s process control systems and equipment. Electrical work includes installing, maintaining, and repairing/replacing electrical wire and conduit, switches, motor control centers and breakers, and other electrical equipment. For more information please visit

At Dover Chemical our success has been driven by the concerted efforts and collective vision of our people. Our goal is to create an environment that attracts and retains talented, ethical and responsible individuals who embrace a culture of entrepreneurial thinking and the courage and curiosity to....

09/18/2025

♻️ Exciting news from Dover Chemical!

We’re expanding our Doverphos® LGP-12 platform with the introduction of DoverCycle™, a new additive solution designed to improve the performance of recycled-content polyolefins.

DoverCycle™ helps converters and brand owners:
✅ Increase recycled content without sacrificing performance
✅ Reduce downtime and die lip buildup
✅ Enhance recyclate quality for next-generation packaging needs

This new launch joins Doverphos® LGP-12 and DoverClear™ to form a cohesive suite of additives supporting circularity, compliance, and sustainability in polyolefins—particularly critical in the EU market.

We’ll be showcasing the full platform at in Düsseldorf (Oct 8–15).

👉 Read the full press release here: https://www.doverchem.com/press/2025/9/18/dover-chemical-expands-doverphos-lgp-12-platform-with-the-introduction-of-dovercycle-for-recycled-polyolefins

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