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IP Corporation is a privately held, family-owned chemical manufacturing organization with more than 70 years of stability, innovation, and growth. Headquartered in Minnesota, IP Corporation supports a portfolio of operating companies that manufacture and distribute resins, gel coats, composite materials, and specialty polymer solutions used across a wide range of industrial applications.
Our operating companiesInterplastic Corporation, North American Composites, HK Research, and Molding Productswork together to deliver technical expertise, high-quality products, and long-term partnerships to customers around the world. We are known for our customer-first mindset, strong technical capabilities, and collaborative culture built on trust and continuous improvement.
What is a Tinter?
The Tinter is responsible for adding and adjusting colorants to products to achieve precise color specifications. This role works with formulations, color standards, and production batches to ensure consistency and quality in finished products. The position plays a critical role in maintaining color accuracy, supporting customer requirements, and ensuring product quality across production.
What You Can Expect to Do as a
Be part of a stable, privately held organization with long-term market presenceCompetitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, and 401(k) with company matchOpportunity to develop specialized skills in color matching and product finishingIP Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.#
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Interplastic Corporation
Tint Operator
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What they do
An Etcher or Engraver imprints illustrations or text on metal. Uses specialized engraving machinery or a manual process where acid creates imprints on a metal plate.
$39,996 / year median in North Carolina
+5% projected growth
Job Description
TinterLocation:
Hickory, NC (On-site)What is IP Corporation?IP Corporation is a privately held, family-owned chemical manufacturing organization with more than 70 years of stability, innovation, and growth. Headquartered in Minnesota, IP Corporation supports a portfolio of operating companies that manufacture and distribute resins, gel coats, composite materials, and specialty polymer solutions used across a wide range of industrial applications.
Our operating companiesInterplastic Corporation, North American Composites, HK Research, and Molding Productswork together to deliver technical expertise, high-quality products, and long-term partnerships to customers around the world. We are known for our customer-first mindset, strong technical capabilities, and collaborative culture built on trust and continuous improvement.
What is a Tinter?
The Tinter is responsible for adding and adjusting colorants to products to achieve precise color specifications. This role works with formulations, color standards, and production batches to ensure consistency and quality in finished products. The position plays a critical role in maintaining color accuracy, supporting customer requirements, and ensuring product quality across production.
What You Can Expect to Do as a
Tinter:
Add and adjust colorants to production batches based on formulas and specificationsMatch product colors to customer or standard color requirementsPerform color checks and make necessary adjustments to achieve desired resultsMaintain accurate records of color formulations and adjustmentsWork closely with production and quality teams to ensure consistencyEnsure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standardsHandle and store colorants and related materials properlyMaintain clean and organized work areas and equipmentTroubleshoot color-related issues and inconsistenciesSupport continuous improvement in tinting processesWhat We Are Looking For in aTinter:
High school diploma or equivalent required13 years of experience in manufacturing, color matching, or related roles preferredStrong attention to detail and ability to distinguish colors accuratelyAbility to follow formulas and detailed instructionsBasic math and measurement skillsAbility to work in a hands-on, fast-paced environmentStrong problem-solving and troubleshooting skillsCommitment to safety and quality standardsGood communication and teamwork skillsWhy Join IP Corporation?Be part of a stable, privately held organization with long-term market presenceCompetitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, and 401(k) with company matchOpportunity to develop specialized skills in color matching and product finishingIP Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.#