Job Description

This role offers a starting range of $80,000 to $90,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on qualifications such as experience, education, certifications, and skills, as well as geographic considerations.

We have an opening for a Research Chemist at our state-of-the-art Research & Development facility in West Chicago, IL. We are looking for Metal Decoration Development Chemist in our growing Metal Deco 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 a constantly growing and evolving market, this position is a great opportunity for you!

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

• Developing Metal Deco inks and coatings
• Conducting various tests including analytical, formulation, small batch manufacturing, pigment dispersion, and print
• Providing technical information to customers to help in the design, qualification, and troubleshooting of product development
• Staying up-to-date with new market trends and new technological changes in the analytical and chemical industry

Why you will love working at INX:

• Our R&D has a strong knowledge base:
  • 33% of our Chemists have over 15 years of experience
• INX has cutting-edge innovation and technology
• Collaborative teams
• Autonomous work environment
• Growth potential

We're serious about ink but know how to have fun! Join us for volleyball games, picnics, and unsponsored outings such as baseball games and mud runs!

Qualifications

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

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or an equivalent degree
• 2-5 years of experience formulating inks and coatings
• Knowledge in rheology, pigment dispersions, interfacial/colloidal science, polymer chemistry, and color science
• Excellent math and science, written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to travel both domestically and internationally

In addition to these qualifications, we will consider it a plus if you have:

• Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency
• SAP knowledge
• MiniTab, statistical analysis experience
• Strong ability to interpret color

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!