Technical Ink Manufacturing Chemist

Technical Ink Manufacturing Chemist Description - Technical Ink Manufacturing Chemist The Technical Ink Manufacturing team is seeking a chemist who would be responsible to bring ink technologies to address performance and cost, from development phase into manufacturing and sustain the product till end-of-life. Other than ink formulation and print performance fundamentals, this role would also require program management, supplier management and collaboration cross-site and cross-functional. This role combines expertise in ink formulation with responsibilities in process scale-up, product qualification, supplier collaboration, and change management. The chemist ensures inks meet requirements for performance, manufacturability, regulatory compliance, cost, and supply continuity , while driving project execution, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration . We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about science and technology and excited to learn and displays a growth mindset. Key responsibilities Ink Formulation and Reformulation Lead reformulation efforts in response to raw material, supplier, or regulatory changes. Develop and optimize formulations for to meet performance, quality, manufacturability, cost, regulatory, and supply requirements. Apply deep understanding of material properties and interactions with manufacturing processes and equipment to ensure print performance New Production Introduction and Qualification Partner with research and development teams to develop and introduce new inks and raw materials Support product development from laboratory scale through pilot and full manufacturing Ensure readiness for production, including robustness, reproducibility, and process capability Support product data management and assess supply risks during product introduction Manufacturing and Scale-up Support scale-up from development to high-volume manufacturing Optimize formulations and processes for yield, efficiency, and consistency Troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues in partnership with production teams Change Management and Risk Mitigation Implement product and raw material changes driven by performance, regulatory, cost, or supply considerations Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations Lead technical response to supply disruptions and product quality issues Supplier Engagement Manage supplier technical relationships to ensure quality, consistency and assurance of supply for inks and raw materials. Partner with suppliers on co-development and manufacturing readiness. Partner with suppliers to troubleshoot and resolve process and quality issues. Own technical responses to supply chain related issues. Perform supplier audits. Compliance and governance Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations. Support and conducts audits according to quality standards. Program Management and Cross-Functional Leadership Collaborate with R&D and cross-functional teams to develop and launch new inks and raw materials. Support ink development activities from lab through pilot and manufacturing. Enable scale-up from development to high-volume manufacturing. Manage, lead, drive projects (communicate, issue resolution, mitigation plans, etc) and collaborate with cross functional teams to implement ink and raw material changes. Communication and Collaboration Effectively collaborate with diverse teams (technical, business, supply chain, operations). Good stakeholder holder engagement and have the ability to inform of project status, issues, and/or escalations. Minimum qualifications PhD or MS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related scientific discipline. 4+ years of experience in an industrial or research environment. Individuals who do well in this role at HP, usually possess: Polymer chemistry, Interfacial and surface chemistry, Organic and inorganic nanoparticle suspensions, fluid chemistry, analytical and characterization techniques and data interpretation. Experience in supporting new product introductions, manufacturing or change qualifications. Experience in ink manufacturing, specification and quality management. Strong understanding of fundamental chemical principles and mechanisms. Demonstrated analytical and empirical problem-solving skills, driven by data. System thinking, growth mindset, good flexibility and able to adapt to dynamic environments. Program management skills. Ability to collaborate and partner worldwide teams across various functions. HP is a Human Capital Partner – we commit to human capital development and adopting progressive workplace practices in Singapore. #LI-POST Job - Engineering Schedule - Full time Shift - No shift premium (Singapore) Travel - 25% Relocation - No Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) - HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s). 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