Formulation Chemist

Job Description

This position is a salaried research and development position responsible for developing and testing primarily waterborne dispersions for paperboard and other packaging applications. The ideal candidate will have experience formulating and testing pigment dispersions for waterborne printing inks and coatings. The candidate will need to have noted experience running laboratory mills and analyzing dispersions for quality utilizing the appropriate test methods. The ideal candidate will also have experience developing dispersions for ink-jet applications.

The position will report to the Technical Director – NA P&B for Flint Group in West Chester, Ohio, but will be part of a global team responsible for pigment dispersions across the globe. As such, it is expected that the position will report daily into West Chester, but we may be open to Charlotte or Atlanta for the right candidate. The candidate will need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced workgroup, and must be comfortable communicating with employees, sales personnel, and customers on a daily basis.

Key job responsibilities:

• Assure the Flint Group Safety Culture is integrated throughout the work environment
• Formulate pigment dispersions based upon customer needs and specifications
• Analyze pigment dispersions and document results in technical service reports
• Maintain instrumentation and calibrations
• Direct weekly tasks of one laboratory technician
• Communicate with suppliers for innovation ideas, pricing, and logistics
• Work with Product Management and Marketing to develop technical data sheets
• Provide support to the Beaufort and Pine Bluff locations as needed
• Travel expected to be 10-20%

Education and competencies:

• BS Chemistry, BS Chemical Engineering (or equivalent) with 10 years developing dispersions
• SAP experience preferred
• Demonstrate ability to work quickly and efficiently on multiply projects and assignments
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Computer literacy; Word and Excel

Why Join Flint Group?

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards, including:

• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Competitive 401(k) plan with company match
• Company-paid life insurance

Join a global organization that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, where your work directly impacts customer success.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Flint Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.