at Inx International Ink Co. in West Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Company Description
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!Job Description
We are experiencing tremendous growth in our Digital ink division, and we invite you to be a part of the exciting and growing team at our state-of-the-art R&D center in West Chicago. If you are a Digital Ink Chemist with 15 years' experience who enjoys solving problems and creating solutions in constantly growing and evolving markets, this position is a great opportunity for you!
As a Senior Digital R&D Chemist at INX you will work with a diverse team committed to cutting-edge innovation, problem-solving, and sustainability. One third of our R&D team has been with INX 15+ years, due in large part to a collaborative team culture and autonomous work environment.
In this role you will be responsible for:
Formulating inks and coatings
Developing new inkjet technologies based on customer needs.
Evaluatingraw materials and optimizing formulations for cost-savings opportunities.
Troubleshooting issues with existing technologies as well as customer challenges Providingtechnical support to manufacturing
Publishing project reports & other documents direct to sales & customers
Maintaining laboratory equipmentQualifications
To perform your job as expected, you will be required to:
Have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, OR equivalent experience
Have a minimum of 15years of inkjet ink formulation experience
Have a history of successful product development leading to commercial products
Demonstrate strong knowledge of inkjet printing processes
Be able to interpret data and draw effective conclusions
Demonstrate strong Math and Science skills
Be proficient with record-keeping
Have good and effective written, reading comprehension and verbalskills
In addition to these qualifications, we will consider as a plus if you have:
SAP experience
Knowledge & experience with UV curing processes andformulationsAdditional 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.
