Chemist II

Wikoff Color • Fort Mill, SC

9h • Onsite

About The Position

At Wikoff Color Corporation, we’re proud to be employee-owned, which means every team member has a stake in our success. We believe in building a workplace where people feel valued, empowered, and invested in the future. We are currently seeking a chemist for pigment dispersion R&D. This individual will primarily be tasked with doing the hands-on preparation and characterization of lab-scale pigment dispersions. Guidance and training will be provided. This will involve frequent weigh ups, proofing, color assessment, milling on a lab media mill, etc. The individual hired will also be expected to learn and assist with other team tasks as the need arises (weigh-ups, proofing, color matching, cleaning, waste-disposal, etc). There are many opportunities for career advancement on the team. Depending on competency demonstrated the individual may be entrusted with independent product development requests of varying complexity. This position will allow the opportunity to solve problems creatively and independently. The hired candidate will work closely with a small R&D team to make significant contributions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
• Experience in formulation or product development within ink, coatings, or chemical manufacturing
• Experience using or developing pigment dispersions or water-based inks
• Strong laboratory skills and familiarity with testing equipment and methodologies
• Experience documenting technical data
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Independent motivation to work with limited oversight

Responsibilities

• Research and develop aqueous pigment dispersions for water flexo inks
• Independently manage projects and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Analyze raw materials and evaluate alternative components for performance and cost optimization
• Conduct laboratory testing, performance evaluations, and comparative analyses
• Document experimental results, formulation data, and technical findings
• Assist with lab upkeep – cleaning, waste disposal, organization
• Support pilot trials and scale-up activities in coordination with Production team
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, regulatory, and documentation standards

Benefits

• Competitive pay and overtime opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Career development and training opportunities
• Clean, safe, and team-oriented work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level