R&D Chemist - UV Liquid Chemist

INX International Ink Co. • West Chicago, IL

2d • $84,000 - $100,000

About The Position

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

Requirements

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or equivalent
• 5 plus years of job-related experience
• Ink and coating formulation experience
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of UV/EB Liquid Ink and Coatings
• Formulation and application experience preferred
• SAP experience

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees