Applications Chemist

Applications Chemist for Technical Services Department

Indulor America is a leader in the water-based printing ink and coatings markets in North America. Located in Graham, NC, Indulor offers a highly engaging work environment. Currently we are recruiting for an Applications Chemist.

Position Summary

The Applications Chemist will assist and participate in laboratory work processes for our polymer production facility. This position will require “hands on” physical and application testing to support ongoing technical and customer service projects while adhering to all lab and safety procedures.

Job Functions

• Evaluate new and existing specialty chemicals for physical and technical properties
• Perform performance testing to determine product suitability for proposed applications.
• Compile data from projects and interpret results to determine the outcome-analyze outcomes for improvements or reasons for unwanted outcomes.
• Report project work internally and externally according to the requirements for each project. This includes but is not limited to laboratory reports, verbal reports, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Conduct competitive product evaluations and benchmarking of relevant products.
• Support the development of laboratory test methods.
• Prepare laboratory samples for customer evaluations.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and recordkeeping and perform scheduled laboratory maintenance.
• Identify root causes of problems and suggest corrective actions.

Experience, Skills & Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science field
• Experience with common laboratory testing equipment.
• Analytical approach to projects with attention to details applying conceptional critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Time management skills with ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Computer skills (Microsoft office).
• Flexible and open approach to new challenges.
• Willingness to help others inside and outside of your assigned department.

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

• Knowledge of ink and coating formulations with a structured methodology for building, optimizing and testing formulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of polymers.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, ability to work independently, display initiative and demonstrate problem-solving approach.
• Demonstrated skills in technical writing, verbal communication and presenting to a variety of audiences.

Additional

• Position reports to the Manager of Technical Services.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any knowledge of inks or coatings?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• chemist: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Graham, NC 27253 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $57,000 - $65,000