Dispersion Chemist
Lansing, ILFull-time$65–96K/yrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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A paint manufacturing client is seeking a Dispersion Chemist to develop, test, optimize, and troubleshoot pigment dispersions for coating and industrial applications. The role focuses on pigment milling, formulation development, and performance testing, with collaboration across teams. The chemist will work with an experienced technical manager who supports independence, problem-solving, and long-term career development, including potential growth into a leadership position.
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Job Description
A large paint manufacturing client is seeking a Dispersion Chemist to join their team! This individual will be responsible for developing, testing, optimizing, and troubleshooting pigment dispersions used in a variety of coating and industrial applications. The role will focus heavily on pigment milling operations, formulation development, performance testing, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. This person will work closely with an experienced technical manager who values independence, problem-solving, and long-term career development while providing support for continued growth into a potential leadership position. This is a full-time permanent opportunity paying $65,000-$96,000 annually and requires 100% onsite work in Lansing, IL.
Skills and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Materials Science, or another science-related discipline
- 3-5+ years of pigment dispersion experience
- Experience working with pigment dispersions in coatings, automotive, aerospace, industrial products, or similar applications
- Hands-on experience operating vertical mills and/or horizontal mills
- Ability to independently troubleshoot and solve technical challenges with limited oversight
- Demonstrated interest in long-term career growth and future leadership opportunities
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate within a close-knit team environment
- Existing relationships or contacts with raw material, pigment, or additive manufacturers
- Prior leadership, mentoring, project lead, or supervisory experience
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].
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