Chemist

Job Description

As a chemist, you will play a pivotal role in utilizing lab-scale dispersing equipment to prepare and refine prototype samples. You will ensure consistency and accuracy in lab-scale prototype batches, collaborating closely with technical, operations, commercial, and production support teams. Your expertise will drive understanding of dispersion performance requirements in coatings, while engaging with suppliers to stay current on industry advancements and emerging market trends. You will support manufacturing scale-up trials both on-site and off-site, providing technical observations and process improvement recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Utilize lab-scale dispersing equipment to prepare and refine prototype samples in accordance with established formulation and testing procedures.
• Prepare, validate, and document lab-scale prototype batches to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand dispersion performance requirements and manufacturing constraints.
• Engage with raw material and equipment suppliers to stay informed on industry advancements.
• Support manufacturing scale-up trials and provide technical observations and troubleshooting.
• Investigate and resolve technical issues through root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Prepare clear and detailed internal reports and documentation for management review.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry or related
• 6-8 years of experience working inside of a laboratory setting.
• Hands-on experience developing and scaling dispersions (pigments, fillers, or actives), with proficiency in dispersion techniques, rheology control, and stability testing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lansing, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

Earned Bonus Structure – attendance bonuses, annual merit increases, and an annual incentive bonus plan.Time Off & Holidays – 11 paid holidays each year, plus paid time off to support work-life balance.Health & Retirement – comprehensive health and welfare plans, along with a 401(k)program featuring an exceptional company match.Career Growth & Recognition – tuition reimbursement, employee recognition programs, and opportunities to grow within the organization.Culture & Community – as part of the NPAA family, you’ll enjoy company events throughout the year celebrating and appreciating our employees’ hard work and dedication.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lansing,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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