Ink Chemist: Textile Ink Formulation (Hybrid)

Merritt Recruitment; East Midlands; Hybride; GBP 32 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Assistance with travel costs

Résumé du poste

We are seeking an experienced Ink Chemist to join a UK manufacturer specialising in plastisol and water-based inks for textile printing. This hands-on role focuses on formulation, lab testing, and scale-up to production, ensuring colour accuracy and product quality across garments.

Ideal candidates will have proven experience in textile inks and knowledge of industry standards, with a collaborative approach and the ability to work in a hybrid setup with Fridays home-based and travel-cost support.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Ink Formulation Chemist (essential).
• Demonstrable experience formulating plastisol and water-based inks specifically for textiles and T-shirts.
• Strong understanding of pigments, resins, solvents, and additives used in textile inks.
• Knowledge of screen printing processes and performance requirements.
• Experience in lab testing, quality control, and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of raw materials sourcing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Must have to right to work in the UK - sponsorship not available.

Responsabilités

• Develop, formulate, and optimise plastisol and water-based inks for textile and garment printing
• Ensure consistent colour accuracy, print performance, and product quality
• Conduct lab testing and production trials for new formulations
• Troubleshoot formulation and production issues, ensuring efficient resolution
• Work closely with production teams to scale formulations from lab to manufacturing
• Maintain detailed records of formulations, testing results, and improvements
• Stay up to date with industry trends, innovations, and regulatory requirements
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, environmental, and quality standards

Connaissances

Ink formulation expertise

Textile ink formulation (plastisol &水)

Description du poste

We are seeking an experienced Ink Chemist to join a UK manufacturer specialising in plastisol and water-based inks for textile printing. This hands-on role focuses on formulation, lab testing, and scale-up to production, ensuring colour accuracy and product quality across garments.

Ideal candidates will have proven experience in textile inks and knowledge of industry standards, with a collaborative approach and the ability to work in a hybrid setup with Fridays home-based and travel-cost support.