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 acti vely 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 $87,000 to $95,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on qualifications such as experience, education, certifications, and skills, as well as geographic considerations.

The Analytical Chemist will perform analytical tests with some direction from the Lab Manager and/or project leader. Understands method development and can apply the principles to non-routine testing. Have potential to become a project leader and be responsible for shepherding a project form inception through preparation/submission of report. Will maintain, organize and lead multiple projects at a time. Highly organized, have knowledge of industry standards, such that he/she can move analytical methods towards work instructions, regulated methods, SOPs, and/or ASTMs.

Proficiency will be required in the following: GC/MS, GC/FID, GCqTof, HRMS or LC/MS/MS as well as in the use of GC-FID, GC-Mass Spectrometry, FTIR, DSC, UV-Vis and particle size analysis.

As Analytical R&D Chemist you will be responsible to:

• Prepare internal and external reports.
• Prepare and maintain data for formal submission outside of INX
• Assist with raw material and finished good analysis and evaluation.
• Support day to day laboratory activities by performing routine analytical tests with strict adherence to SOP and GLP when necessary
• Perform non-routine analytical tests.
• Utilize literature and patent searches to support non-routine tests, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
• Develop new methods for the analytical lab.
• Maintain, organize, and lead multiple projects at a time.
• Evaluate instrument system suitability.
• Work independently with some supervision of lab manager and/or project leader.
• Facilitate cross lab discussion for project progression, completion and/or analysis.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment according to 5S guideline and 5S Best Practices at the respective facility

Qualifications

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

• BA or BS in chemistry or science with 5+ years of experience; or MS in chemistry with 3+ years of experience; PhD in Chemistry with 1+ years of experience.
• Proficiency using MS Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in separation and extraction techniques for analytical analysis and characterization.
• Proficiency at equipment and experimental troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative laboratory tests.
• Proficiency in quantitative analysis.
• Proficiency in Analytical methods, laboratory equipment, and HPLC/MS and/or GC/MS.
• Proficiency at analytical instrumentation analysis software.
• Have basic understanding of ink formulation and components as it pertains to analytical analysis and daily analytical activities.

Additional Information

We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, long-term care, 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.

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Full time

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