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R&D Chemist - Liquid Solvent Inks

INX International Ink Co.

R&D Chemist - Liquid Solvent Inks

West Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    We are experiencing tremendous growth in the area of flexible packaging in our solvent 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 market, this position is a great opportunity for you!

    Did you know that:

    1. Our R &D has a strong knowledge base, in fact 1/3 of our Chemist team has over 15 years of experience
    2. INX has cutting-edge innovation and technology
    3. You will work on a collaborative team culture and an autonomous work environment
    4. We have many opportunities to growth

    As an R&D Chemist you will be responsible for:

    • Troubleshooting issues with existing technologies as well as customer challenges
    • Developing new solvent-based 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

    Qualifications

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

    • Have a bachelors degree in Chemistry or equivalent
    • Demonstrate strong Math and Science skills
    • Be Proficient with record-keeping
    • Have good and effective written, reading comprehension and verbal skills
    • Be able to interpret data and draw effective conclusions

    ** In addition to these qualifications, we will consider as a plus if you have:**

    • Knowledge of Flexo & Gravure printing processes
    • 5 years of job related experience
    • Ink and coating formulation experience
    • SAP experience
    • Knowledge & experience with GC, GC/MS, FTIR, Karl Fischer, etc.

    Additional Information

    We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, long-term care, 401(k), and more. Through our benefits programs we support the needs of our employees and their dependents 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. Be a part of a sustainable enterprise where we prioritize the safety and well-being of our employees above all else. We believe that investing in and protecting our employees is the key to our success.

    We require post-offer, pre-employment drug screens, physicals, and background checks.

    Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran