R&D Chemist - Digital Ink

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inx international inkWest Chicago (IL)

Chemists Printing Ink Manufacturing

SENIORITY

Senior

SALARY

$77,000 to $90,000 annually

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About the role

R&D Chemist - Digital InkIn a world of vibrant color, INX stands out by blending art, science, and sustainability into every drop of ink we make. We're globally recognized for our innovation, and we're A Great Place to Work-Certified™ company! INX International is the third largest producer of inks in North America with full-service subsidiaries in Europe and South America. We offer a complete line of ink and coating solutions technology for commercial, packaging and digital applications. We expertly blend pioneering technology with a deep commitment to the environment. Dedicated to coloring a safe and sustainable future one print at a time, you can see our color chemistry on beverage cans, food and household packaging, clothing, banners, billboards and more. Investing in and protecting our employees is the key to our success. Our average employee has been with us 12 years, and we recognize the significant experience and the continuous dedication of our team members. We're actively seeking new talent with new ideas as we continue to provide sustainable products, service and innovation to the printing and packaging markets. Join us in coloring a safe and sustainable future!

Job Description: This role offers a starting range of $77,000 to $90,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on qualifications such as experience, education, certifications, and skills, as well as geographic considerations. We invite you to apply and work at our state-of-art R&D center in West Chicago, IL! We are experiencing tremendous growth in our digital ink division, so we invite you to be a part of this exciting and growing team! If you are a chemist that enjoys solving problems and creating solutions in constantly growing and evolving markets, this position is a great opportunity for you! Did you know that:

Our R&D has a strong knowledge base, in fact 1/3 of our Chemist team has over 15 years of experienceINX has cutting-edge innovation and technology
You will work on a collaborative team culture and an autonomous work environment
As an R&D Chemist you will be responsible for:
Troubleshooting issues with existing technologies as well as customer challenges
Developing new inkjet technologies based on customer needs
Evaluating raw materials and optimize formulations for cost-savings opportunities
Providing technical support to manufacturing
Publishing project reports & other documents direct to sales & customers
Maintaining laboratory equipment

Qualifications: To perform your job as expected, you will be required to:

Have a Bachelors degree in Chemistry or equivalent
Have 5+ years of inkjet ink formulation experienceKnowledge of inkjet printing processes
Demonstrate strong Math and Science skillsBe Proficient with record-keeping
Have good and effective written, reading comprehension and verbal skillsBe able to interpret data and draw effective conclusions
In addition to these qualifications, we will consider as a plus if you have:
Dispersion development experienceSAP experienceKnowledge & experience with UV curing processes and formulations

Additional Information: We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, 401(k), and more. Through our programs, which now include Paid Volunteer Time Off and Paid Parental Leave, we support the needs of our employees, their dependents, and their communities by providing a benefit package that is easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all our employees. Don't just choose a job; choose a career that emphasizes employee growth in a safe, environmentally conscious culture. Embark on your Colorful Career with us! We require post-offer, pre-employment drug screens, physicals, and background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran.

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