Chemist II

Position Title:

Chemist II

Background:

The Chemist II position is in the International Paper ink lab, which is part of the Ink and Plate group. IP Ink supplies water based flexographic printing inks and related services to corrugated packaging converters, bag manufacturers, and other flexographic printers within International Paper and to external customers. The ink lab provides color matching, technical service, formulation, and research and development services to our customers to help them produce high quality products. The Chemist II reports to the Lab Manager.

Pay Rate:

$66,000 - $80,000

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s annual incentive plan.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

The Job You Will Perform:

• Responsible for product improvement, new product development, raw material evaluation and other lab functions as necessary
• Coordinate and plan projects with Lab Manager and Chemist III
• Conduct applicable lab testing, maintain project files and reports
• Maintain a laboratory notebook
• Maintain test chemical inventory
• Operate all laboratory testing equipment
• Identify proper vehicle system for given application
• Identify/recognize a customer’s environmental restrictions and formulate accordingly
• Make proper anilox selection per machine requirements
• Provide color matching and customer service support as needed
• Conduct chemical approval process for new items
• Schedule and participate in field testing of new and/or improved products, which may require travel
• Responsible for specific manufacturing and R&D laboratory instrument maintenance and/or repair
• Participate in training and continuing education activities related to the job
• Create procedures and related SOPs for manufacturing and R&D
• Work directly with vendors on R&D and complaint resolution
• Generate best color match within cost constraints
• Complete all required tasks and responsibilities while adhering to all safety standards
• Initiate and implement cost saving projects
• Perform other duties as assigned
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The Skills You Will Bring:

• Industry related experience is desirable: ink, paint, printing, or coatings
• 4 year degree in Chemistry or related discipline, and 2+ years experience in ink formulation/testing or related industry is preferred
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Previous experience with color or color matching and knowledge of industrial batch process and equipment is desired
• Strong technical/customer support skills. You will be required to work closely with sales, technical service and our customer base in a wide array of situations
• Proficiency with Batchmaster Enterprise and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel)
• Ability to communicate well verbally, and across electronic platforms such as e-mail, text, and instant messaging
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The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets. 

The Career You Will Build:

Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.