Company Description
In a world of vibrant color, INX stands out by blending art, science, and sustainability into every drop of ink we make. We’re globally recognized for our innovation, and we’re A Great Place to Work-Certified™ company!
INX International is the third largest producer of inks in North America with full-service subsidiaries in Europe and South America. We offer a complete line of ink and coating solutions technology for commercial, packaging and digital applications. We expertly blend pioneering technology with a deep commitment to the environment. Dedicated to coloring a safe and sustainable future one print at a time, you can see our color chemistry on beverage cans, food and household packaging, clothing, banners, billboards and more.
Investing in and protecting our employees is the key to our success. Our average employee has been with us 12 years, and we recognize the significant experience and the continuous dedication of our team members.
We’re actively seeking new talent with new ideas as we continue to provide sustainable products, service and innovation to the printing and packaging markets.
Join us in coloring a safe and sustainable future!
Job Description
Are you detail-oriented and enjoy putting out a high-quality product? We are seeking a Quality Control Technician for our Ink Lab. Check out this opportunity to be part of our team and contribute to our growth and success. As a Quality Control Tech, you will be responsible for:
- Performing quality control testing of production batches of inks and coatings
- Completing associated clerical work (entering results into SAP, printing labels, filing, etc.)
- Performing 5S cleaning and maintaining the area
- Establishing and maintaining accurate and complete quality records in SAP
- Performing color quality tests; making batch additions and adjustments
- Implementing necessary and timely batch corrections directly to Production
- Calibrating and verifying test equipment
- Investigating and analyzing non-conforming batches (internal and external)
- Supporting Lean Manufacturing
- Ensuring sample retention management
- Performing some customer proofing
Qualifications
To perform your job as expected, you will be required to:
- Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
- Be able to pass a color vision test
- Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Suite programs (MS Office) and other computer skills
- Be flexible to cover other shifts if needed
- Have excellent verbal, written, reading comprehension and good math skills
- Have 6 to 12 months previous Lab/QC related work experience
- Be able to stand for long periods of time
In addition to these qualifications, we will consider it a plus if you have:
- An understanding of manufacturing operations and basic aspects of printing technologies
- Experience working in a high volume department
- Prior experience in Lean Manufacturing facility
- Trade or Tech school
- Availability and willingness to work overtime as needed
- SAP Knowledge
- Previous experience in the ink industry
Additional Information
We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, long-term care, 401(k), and more. Through our programs, which now include Paid Volunteer Time Off and Paid Parental Leave, we support the needs of our employees, their dependents, and their communities by providing a benefit package that is easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all our employees.
Don’t just choose a job; choose a career that emphasizes employee growth in a safe, environmentally conscious culture. Embark on your Colorful Career with us!
We require post-offer, pre-employment drug screens, physicals, and background checks.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran.
What We Do
INX International Ink Co. produces and supplies ink and coatings for paper packaging, flexible packaging, rigid packaging, commercial printing, and digital printing applications in the United States and internationally. One of North America’s top three ink providers, INX focuses solely on formulations for printing, from basic chemistries to finished product. An industry leader in customizable visual solutions, INX International integrates product performance, technical service and technological development to provide our customers with the highest quality and most cost-effective ink and printing products.
With a strong commitment to digital printing, INX Digital developed Evolve Advanced Digital Solutions, a program to assist conventional impact printers with the integration of digital inkjet printing into their company’s capabilities.
Established in 1992, INX International is part of Sakata INX Corporation, a $1.3 billion company that has been producing inks since 1896. Headquartered in Schaumburg, IL, INX operates more than 25 plants in North America, and has over 50 locations on four continents.
