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As a Bakelite associate, you’re part of a diverse, global population creating the next generation of the company and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it.\nWe Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don’t just climb the career ladder – you pave your personal path through continued learning and development.\nTogether, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we are focusing on the opportunities that both grow our profitability as a company, and improve and protect the planet.\nSafety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we are able to show up tomorrow – for our families and friends, for each other and for our communities.\nWe Care. Plain and simple, we care about our associates. From the top on down, we place a high value on our culture and the associate experience. 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