R&D Chemist - UV Liquid Chemist
INX International Ink Co. · West Chicago, IL · 5 mo ago
Research$84k–$100k/yrFull-time
About the role
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.
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
Qualifications
- Have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or equivalent
- 5 plus years of job-related experience
- Ink and coating formulation experience
- Strong math and science skills
- Proficient recordkeeper
- Good and effective written, reading comprehension and verbal skills
- Able to interpret data and draw effective conclusions
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.