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Chemist II

Independently conduct research, analysis and experimentation to develop ink, paint, and other chemical product formulations.  This is a hands-on position with significant time spent at the lab bench along with associated administrative duties related to product development.  

LOCATION

Elk Grove Village, IL

(Hybrid)

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-Time
(Non-Union Role)

What You’ll Do

​Job Summary:​

  • The chemist independently conducts research, analysis and experimentation to develop ink, paint, and other chemical product formulations.  

  • This is a hands-on position with significant time spent at the lab bench along with associated administrative duties related to product development.  

  • This position also interacts with personnel in quality control, manufacturing, product management and sales to support the existing product lines.
     

Essential Duties:

  • Develop /invent new products in line with company goals and objectives.

  • Work closely with sales and product management to develop products meeting end user cost, performance, and color requirements.

  • Manage development projects: establishing and adhering to timelines, communicating progress and maintaining detailed records. 

  • Acquire thorough background and knowledge of any new product uses and applications.

  • Trouble shoots chemical related production problems in conjunction with the plant supervisory personnel.

  • Scale up new products to production size in conjunction with the manufacturing team.

  • Research and answer customer technical questions as needed.

  • Develops formulas, processes, and methods for solution of technical problems.

  • Analyzes organic and inorganic compounds to determine chemical and physical properties.

  • Conducts research on manufactured products to develop and improve products.

  • Prepares standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, and tests.

  • Maintain up to date lab notebooks detailing specific project work.

  • Prepares reports, writes technical papers and gives technical presentations as appropriate.

  • Conduct technical training for internal and external customers.

  • Other duties, as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university preferred.

  • 2 – 4 years of experience in ink, paint or coatings development.

  • Equipment: Lab mixers and hot plates, Microscope, Ovens and environmental cabinets, Viscometers, pH meters, Color spectrophotometer, Solids/Moisture balance

  • Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office Suite Software. Experience with MS Project Management Software desirable.
     

Working Environment:

This position performs work duties both in a typical office and manufacturing floor environment. Routine presence of hazardous materials that may require proper safeguards, procedures, and personal protective equipment
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Annual Salary Range:

  •  $78K - $85K

Job Benefits

  • Insurance

    • Health Coverage​

    • Company paid life insurance

    • Company paid AD&D

    • Company paid short term disability

    • Voluntary Dental

    • Vision
       

  • Earnings Growth

    • Competitive Salary​

    • Annual Increases

    • Direct Deposit

    • Scholarship opportunities for college enrolled children of employees
       

  • Recognition & Engagement​

    • Holiday Events

    • Team-building events

  • Holidays & PTO

    • Vacation Time​

    • Holiday Pay

    • Personal Days

    • Paid maternity leave

    • Bereavement leave
       

  • Retirement Planning​

    • 401(k) match​
       

  • Training & Development

    • Safety Training

    • Leadership Training

    • Continued education opportunities​​
       

  • Wellness

    • Employer-paid employee assistance program

    • Healthy meals (COOKED)
      (Employer-paid discount)​​

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