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 actively 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!

We are experiencing tremendous growth in our Digital ink division, and we invite you to be a part of the exciting and growing team at our state-of-the-art R&D center in West Chicago.  If you are a Digital Ink Chemist with 15 years' experience who enjoys solving problems and creating solutions in constantly growing and evolving markets, this position is a great opportunity for you! 

As a Senior Digital R&D Chemist at INX you will work with a diverse team committed to cutting-edge innovation, problem-solving, and sustainability.  One third of our R&D team has been with INX 15+ years, due in large part to a collaborative team culture and autonomous work environment. 

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Formulating inks and coatings
• Developing new inkjet technologies based on customer needs.
• Evaluating raw materials and optimizing formulations for cost-savings opportunities.
• Troubleshooting issues with existing technologies as well as customer challenges Providing technical support to manufacturing
• Publishing project reports & other documents direct to sales & customers
• Maintaining laboratory equipment

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

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, OR equivalent experience
• Have a minimum of 15 years of inkjet ink formulation experience
• Have a history of successful product development leading to commercial products
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of inkjet printing processes
• Be able to interpret data and draw effective conclusions
• Demonstrate strong Math and Science skills
• Be proficient with record-keeping
• Have good and effective written, reading comprehension and verbal skills

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

• SAP experience
• Knowledge & experience with UV curing processes and formulations

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!

We require post-offer, pre-employment drug screens, physicals, and background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran.