Commission Ink Formulation Chemist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
 

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
 

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Cooperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter
 

Join our team as a Chemist supporting the Specialties business through handson lab work, data analysis, and technical reporting. This role drives formulation, testing, and SAP support to ensure product performance across diverse applications.

Functions/Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for the Specialties business by managing Technical Assistance Requests, conducting laboratory experiments, analyzing data, and preparing clear, detailed reports.
• Assess pigments and dispersions across multiple application systems to generate marketing literature, technical data sheets, sales sheets, brochures, and customized reports. Direct customer interaction may be required.
• Formulate, develop, and evaluate water, solvent, and UV dispersions for use in agrochemicals, latex, coatings, digital, and flexographic applications.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring a safe, clean, and compliant work environment, while adapting testing parameters to meet specific application needs and demonstrate product performance.
• Maintain full ISO compliance within the Inks and Specialties laboratory.
• Serve as the SAP lead for the Specialties group, supporting Sales, CSRs, and internal teams by:
• Setting up new product codes and packages via MDO
• Establishing inspection plans and COA profiles
• Completing CMIRs for both Ink and Specialty products

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or a related scientific field .
• 3-5 years of experience in inks and specialties, pigments, or a related technical role in product testing, development, or applications.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP experience highly preferred.
• Skilled in chemical handling and disposal, laboratory equipment operation, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills.
• Strong math proficiency, creative problemsolving ability, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

BENEFITS
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
 

It is Sun's policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
 

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