Inkjet Formulation Expert

14 hours ago

Geelong, Victoria, Australia beBeeFormulation Full time $105,000 - $155,000

We are seeking an exceptional Pigment Formulation Specialist to join our R&D team and lead the development of innovative inkjet formulations for textile printing.

This is a key role in our organization, requiring a talented professional with expertise in pigment dispersions, formulation design, and scalability. As a Pigment Formulation Specialist, you will work closely with our cross-functional teams to drive the development of advanced inkjet systems, focusing on excellent jetting reliability, fabric compatibility, and print quality.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in chemistry, materials science, or a related field, with hands-on experience in designing and optimizing pigment ink formulations. You will be responsible for selecting and testing surfactants, binders, humectants, and other additives to enhance ink stability, adhesion, and overall print quality.

You will also control pigment particle size and distribution through advanced milling and dispersion techniques, perform stability testing, and validate printhead performance by testing droplet formation, jetting reliability, and long-term nozzle health.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and optimize pigment ink formulations for textile inkjet systems, ensuring excellent jetting reliability and fabric compatibility.
  • Select and test surfactants, binders, humectants, and other additives to enhance ink stability, adhesion, and overall print quality.
  • Control pigment particle size and distribution through advanced milling and dispersion techniques.
  • Perform stability testing, including zeta potential, sedimentation, and rheological analysis, to guarantee shelf-life and consistency.
  • Validate printhead performance by testing droplet formation, jetting reliability, and long-term nozzle health.
  • Assess ink–fabric interactions to ensure vibrant colour, penetration, fastness, and superior textile feel.
  • Partner with production teams to scale laboratory-developed inks into reliable manufacturing processes.
  • Ensure formulations meet all environmental, regulatory, and textile safety standards.
  • Implement robust QC protocols to ensure product consistency from raw materials to finished inks.
  • Innovate and develop novel ink formulations which may include pigments, binders, and dispersion technologies, contributing to patents and intellectual property strategies for competitive advantage.

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