R&D Chemist - UV Liquid Chemist

INX International Ink Co.

R&D Chemist - UV Liquid Chemist

West Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    This role offers a range of $84,000 to $100,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on qualifications such as experience, education, certifications, and skills, as well as geographic considerations.

    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 Dept. 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 in a collaborative team culture and in an autonomous work environment
    4. We have many opportunities for growth

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

    • Troubleshooting issues with existing technologies, as well as assisting with customer challenges
    • Developing new UV Flexo / UV Screen Ink technologies based on customer needs
    • Some EB Liquid work and UV/EB Coatings work as well
    • Evaluating raw materials and optimizing formulations for cost-savings opportunities
    • Providing technical support to manufacturing
    • Publishing project reports and other documents direct to sales and customers
    • Maintaining laboratory equipment
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

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

    • Have a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or equivalent
    • Have strong math and science skills
    • Be a proficient recordkeeper
    • 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 it a plus if you have:**

    • Knowledge of UV/EB Liquid Ink and Coatings
    • Formulation and application experience preferred
    • 10 years of job-related experience
    • Ink and coating formulation experience
    • SAP experience

    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.