Head of Quality Control Labs

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. 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.

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.
We are seeking a Quality Control Manager to work our Edwardsville, KS facility. This individual will direct, coordinate, and plan the activities of the Quality Control program and the related work force involved in special test procedures to analyze components and physical properties of raw materials, work-in-progress and finished goods to ensure continuous production of product consistent with established standards, serving as leave person for a group of employees, normally to a maximum of 15 employees. Develop and institute new test procedures, documentation, and policies for QC and for proper training of all QC technicians.
Assign responsibilities and specific work or functional activities to QC technicians, and schedules flow in conjunction with Branch and Customer requests.
Develop and analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine present standards and establish proposed quality and reliability expectancy of finished product.
Formulate and maintain QC objectives and coordinates objectives with production procedures in cooperation with other plant managers to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.
Direct workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure continuous control over materials, facilities, and products.
Conduct laboratory tests independently, interprets results, makes and oversees additions or product currently in-process
Compile and analyze test information to determine operating efficiency of process or equipment and to diagnose malfunctions.
Recommend measures to improve testing procedures and use of equipment. Responsible for obtaining and disseminating technical knowledge of raw materials, finished products, processes, and equipment useful to QC to obtain desired objectives.
Responsible for assuring proper care and maintenance is being performed on all lab equipment and instruments
Plan, promote, and organize training activities related to product quality and reliability.
Participate or direct resolution of any QC problem encountered by customers and investigate complaints on existing products
or 3 to 6 months related experience and/or training; Previous laboratory experience
Demonstrate efficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran.