Job Title: Chemist

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Chemist to support the qualification of reformulating products. The Chemist will make solvent and water-based inks, independently validate designs for ink shelf stability, perform application testing, and properties analyses. The role also involves organizing, documenting, and updating data regularly, as well as performing wet chemistry and calibration on viscometer, pH, and resistivity meters.

ResponsibilitiesSupport the qualification of reformulation ink and new ink in printer platforms.Maintain printers.Make solvent and water-based inks.Independently validate designs for ink shelf stability, application testing, and properties analyses.Organize, document, and update data regularly.Perform wet chemistry and calibration on viscometer, pH, and resistivity meters.Essential SkillsExperience in chemistry and laboratory work.Proficiency in wet chemistry, titration, pH, viscometer, viscosity, and resistivity meter.1+ years of industry experience preferred in inks, paints, and coatings.Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor's Degree in a Scientific Discipline 1+ years of industry experienceInks, paints, coatings, etc. preferred
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Itasca,IL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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