Screen Ink Chemist

Screen Ink Chemist

Job Category: Research and Development

Full-Time

On-site

Lenexa, KS 66227, USA

Travel Required: Yes

Description

Nazdar has been in business for over 100 years and is one of the leading ink manufacturers for screen and wide-format inkjet printing. Nazdar manufactures the most comprehensive selection of UV, water-based, and solvent-based screen printing inks, flexographic inks, and wide-format digital inks obtainable from a single source. Nazdar inks are primarily used by printers in the Point of Purchase (POP), Banner, Container, Industrial, Metal, Nameplate- Membrane Switch, Roll Label, Sign, and Textile decorating markets.

This individual is responsible for generating new business and ensuring growth of existing accounts by researching and developing screen products.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain technical expertise in the field of screen printing, including new developments in processes and chemistry.
• Conduct research and development of formulations, including modifications or design changes to existing products.
• Interact with Marketing to determine project goals and perform product testing. Assist in the development of technical literature for products.
• Conduct research for and communicate with customers regarding specific ink applications and problems.
• Develop and optimize procedures for the manufacture and quality control of screen inks.
• Perform job according to pre-established safety, quality, and efficiency standard operating procedures.
• Assist with other duties as directed by supervisor and potential to travel (<10%)

Qualification and Skills

• Background in printing industry
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field or equivalent experience in screen ink development required.
• 3-5 years' experience formulating UV/LED screen printing inks preferred.
• Previous experience in printing ink applications, formulations, regulatory compliance, or technical service, preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products required.
• Self-driven, results oriented with a clear focus on high quality results.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives with minimal supervision.

Here's What's In It For You

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values our employees and offers a competitive pay and benefits package, an encouraging, supportive environment with training, professional development, recognition programs, and career growth opportunities. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, flexible spending account options, paid short-term and long-term disability, paid time off, and paid Company holidays.

We believe that people will always be the heart of our success. That is why we truly value our employees and work to inspire them. When these two powerful elements intersect in a workplace people do extraordinary things.

We are committed to delivering a work experience that is rewarding and fun, and are proud to have one of the longest-tenured staff in the industry. We invite you to bring your skills and expertise to our team and supply the fuel for growth.

If this sounds like you, let us know. We cannot wait to meet you!