Headquartered in Amherst, NY and founded in 2003 as a Division of International Imaging Materials, Inc. (IIMAK), IIMED offers outsource manufacturing solutions for Class I & Class II medical device consumables such as orthopedic bracing, sterile & non-sterile supplies, compression therapy devices and patient mobility products.   The manufacturing facility in Reynosa, Mexico is ISO-13485 & FDA Registered and supports a broad range of Medical OEMs with high quality medical device production.  We currently have an opportunity as an Account Manager.  This person would be based within the IIMED team at IIMAK’s worldwide headquarters located in the Amherst, New York.

Position Summary:
As a member of the iiMED Sales Team, you will be responsible for the recruitment and management of OEM & Strategic Accounts within a specific geographic territory or market segment.  In this role, you will be responsible for growing and managing current Accounts and OEM prospects that may range from $250,000 to several million dollars in annual revenue.

Principal Responsibilities:
ߦ Manage and grow sales for assigned accounts and prospects.  Effectively utilize available selling tools to further penetrate these accounts.
ߦ Establish clear territory plan which includes managing existing accounts and prospecting for new accounts. Identify accounts in territory and competitor share within accounts.
ߦ Effectively position iiMED as an industry leader, expand product reach and promote IIMED value-added services.
ߦ Coordinate iiMED personnel across multiple functions to develop and deliver differentiated customer value.
ߦ Good judgment and discretion in managing sample, travel and entertainment expenses to budgeted levels.
ߦ Analyze territory and account data, and then develop and implement strategic and tactical account plans to maximize revenue and profitability.  Conduct periodic account reviews to ensure the plans are implemented accordingly.
ߦ Effectively analyze existing database information and utilize that information to identify buying trends, opportunities and concerns. 
ߦ Coordinate the available company resources to execute effective account management plan.
ߦ Prepare reports and presentations for communicating sales progress, results and activity within account territories.
ߦ Responsible for the attainment of established sales goals and management of business aspects related to the territory or segment (price, margin & expenses).
ߦ Travel as required (Including International), up to 50%.

Qualified Candidates Should Possess:
ߦ Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree, preferably an MBA, a plus.
ߦ Medical Device market knowledge expected.  Knowledge in Sterile & Non-Sterile Consumables, Orthopedics, Wound Care, Patient Mobility & Compression Therapy devices beneficial.
ߦ Technical understanding of Medical Device Consumables & FDA Regulations is a plus. 
ߦ Minimum of 5+ years of successful business-to-business sales experience required including skills relating to prospecting, cold-calling, relationship management and business development (Contract Manufacturing Sales is a plus). 
ߦ Proven track record in demonstrating excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
ߦ Ability to successfully interface with all levels within an account.
ߦ Ability to identify revenue and margin growth opportunity; prepare and propose plans.
ߦ Ability to work independently with limited supervision and use of good judgment in making sound business decisions and recommendations.
ߦ Proven record of closing profitable negotiations.
ߦ Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
ߦ Strong analytical and PC skills to include MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), especially Excel Pivot Tables.

We are positioned to offer an attractive compensation and benefits package to match this exciting opportunity.  If interested in joining a dynamic organization with global presence and applying for this career opportunity, please apply online at www.iimak.com/careers. 

EOE M/F/Disabled/Veterans IIMAK is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. 

Founded in 1983, International Imaging Materials, Inc. (IIMAK) is a leading global manufacturer of printing, imaging and marking consumables and related services. Our highly engineered core products include a full line of thermal transfer ribbons and industrial inks used widely in manufacturing, distribution, food packaging, textiles, electronics, medical, healthcare and office applications. IIMAK headquarters is located in Amherst, New York where primary R&D, engineering, manufacturing and sales activities reside, with a strong dedication to cross functional teamwork. Additional manufacturing, sales and distribution facilities are located in Mexico, Belgium and Brazil.   We currently have an opportunity to join IIMAK as a Regional Account Manager reporting to our worldwide headquarters located in Amherst, New York facility while resident in and working from the Southwest Region of the United States (preferably Texas).

Position Summary:

Direct revenue responsibility within a geographic region for 25-50 “Managed Accounts” with a revenue potential of $6M-$12M. “Managed Accounts” are Distributors, VARs and OEMs which require outside sales representation for business reviews, sales/product training and opportunity development. Thermal Transfer Ribbons are a strategic product in their portfolio. The RAM also provides leadership to Account Managers in the region to exceed the region’s revenue plan of $8M – $15M+.
 

Principal Responsibilities:     

• Manage and grow sales of printing, imaging and marking consumables for assigned accounts  and prospects.

• Establish plan to increase revenue within accounts which are directly managed and prospect for accounts with an annual revenue potential of $75k+. Document competitor share within accounts.
• Formulate strategy for prospecting and increasing business within low share accounts in the region.
• Assist Account Managers in region by making face-to-face sales calls to uncover opportunities and to solidify IIMAK’s commitment to outstanding customer care. Recommend account assignment RAM/AM).
• Develop and execute sales call objectives using all available IIMAK resources.

• Develop proposals and negotiate within multiple levels and/or multiple locations in the customer organization. Coordinate agreements (letter, contract, etc.) between IIMAK and customers.

• Conduct trainings for distributor sales reps on product offerings, uses and sales opportunities.
• Coordinate IIMAK personnel across multiple functions to develop and deliver differentiated customer value.

• Effectively position IIMAK as an industry leader, expand product reach, promote IIMAK value-added services.
• Responsible for the attainment of established sales goals and management of assigned accounts.

• Good judgment and discretion in managing sample, travel & entertainment expenses to budgeted levels.
• Analyze territory and account data, develop and implement strategic and tactical account plans to ensure plans are being implemented maximize revenue and profitability
• Effectively analyze existing database information to identify buying trends, opportunities and concerns.
• Coordinate the available company resources to execute effective account management plan.
• Prepare reports and presentations for communicating sales progress, results, activity within the territory.

Qualified Candidates Should Possess:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 6+ years of successful business-to-business sales experience required (consumable product sales).
• Proven track record in demonstrating excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to successfully interface with all levels within an account.
• Ability to identify revenue and margin growth opportunity; prepare and propose plans.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and use of good judgment in making sound business and pricing decisions and recommendations.
• Proven record of closing profitable negotiations.
• Ability to travel 50% of the time; prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. 
• Strong analytical and PC skills to include MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), especially Excel Pivot Tables.

We are positioned to offer an attractive compensation and benefits package to match this exciting opportunity.  If interested in joining a dynamic organization with global presence and applying for this career opportunity, please apply online at www.iimak.com/careers.

EOE M/F/Disabled/Veterans IIMAK is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.

Founded in 1983, International Imaging Materials, Inc. (IIMAK) is a leading global manufacturer of printing, imaging and marking consumables and related services. Our highly engineered core products include a full line of thermal transfer ribbons, inkjet inks, and stamp inks used widely in manufacturing, distribution, food packaging, textiles, electronics, medical, healthcare and office applications. IIMAK headquarters is located in Amherst, New York and we currently have opportunities to join IIMAK as a Distribution Coordinator.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Package ribbons to specification
• Support inventory control by conducting daily inventory cycle counts and row audits
• Order picking
• Manifest customer’s orders with shipping software and sorting boxes off the conveyor system
• Stock and organize warehouse shelves following safety procedures
• Perform routine transactions with shipping software
• Operate warehouse machinery such as - pallet jacks, lifts, banding equipment, stretch-wrapper
• Heavy equipment operation (forklift, reach-truck, walkie-rider)
• Willingness to accept other warehouse duties as assigned

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:

(Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job)

• General warehousing experience
• Solid computer skills Good organizational and communication skills
• Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds
• Knowledge of label printers a plus
• Forklift experience a plus
• 6 months packaging experience preferred

Candidates must be able to work any of our 24 x 7 shift schedules

We are positioned to offer an attractive compensation and benefits package to match this opportunity. If interested in joining a dynamic organization with global presence and applying for this career opportunity, please apply online at www.iimak.com/careers.
 

EOE M/F/Disabled/Veterans, IIMAK is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.

Converting Operator

International Imaging Materials, Inc. (IIMAK) is an industry expert and one of the largest North American manufacturers of thermal transfer ribbons, which are used in a wide range of high growth markets including bar coding, thermal fax, color computer graphics, security authentication and digital glass decoration. IIMAK’s global operations have over 1,000 employees worldwide, and are headquartered in Amherst, New York. IIMAK headquarters is located in Amherst, New York and we currently have opportunities to join IIMAK as a Converting Operator.

Principle Responsibilities:

• This position is an opportunity to demonstrate manufacturing aptitude and positive behavioral attributes in a production capacity, with the intention of developing skills for potential career growth into higher level manufacturing jobs within the organization.
• Continuous safe and efficient operation of one designated slitting machine model and/or specific product family, to include set-up, operation, change over, troubleshooting and routine maintenance.
• Continuous safe and efficient packing, shrink wrapping and spooling responsibilities.
• Perform daily audits and accountable for quality.
• Maintain accurate and legible documentation.
• Daily equipment/tool inspection and accountability.
• Monitor equipment status and communicate issues to Lead and Supervisor in timely manner.
• Communicate equipment, product quality and job status to oncoming shift.
• Other converting tasks as directed, such as Auto Relief Operator for breaks and lunch.

Qualified Candidate Should Possess:

(qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job)

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Previous operation of slitting and/or spooling equipment a plus.
• Ability to learn to safely and efficiently operate mechanical equipment.
• Ability to complete all tasks in a cooperative, positive and timely manner.
• Willingness and flexibility to achieve department goals and overall group performance.
• Good math and reading skills, ability to interpret specifications and standard operating procedures.
• Possess positive interpersonal skills to perform effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to alter work schedule as needed for training and skill development.
• Basic computer skills for data entry, label printing and machine control panel operation.
• This position will be assigned to tasks within the Converting Departments according to the day’s business needs, to fill in for call-offs, vacation slots or duties deemed necessary by the shift supervisor.

We are positioned to offer an attractive compensation and benefits package to match this opportunity. If interested in joining a dynamic organization with global presence and applying for this career opportunity, please apply online at www.iimak.com/careers.
 

EOE M/F/Disabled/Veterans, IIMAK is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.

PRESS OPERATOR / PROCESSING ASSOCIATE

Founded in 1983, International Imaging Materials, Inc. (IIMAK) is a leading global manufacturer of printing, imaging and marking consumables and related services. Our highly engineered core products include a full line of thermal transfer ribbons, inkjet inks, and stamp inks used widely in manufacturing, distribution, food packaging, textiles, electronics, medical, healthcare and office applications. IIMAK headquarters is located in Amherst, New York and we currently have opportunities to join IIMAK as a Press Operator or Processing Associate.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Operation of equipment in a safe manner at all times; safety procedures are followed.
• Capable of learning and diagnosing fundamental process issues.
• Ability to become knowledgeable, proficient and innovative in all aspects of a manufacturing process.
• Complete all tasks in a cooperative, positive and timely manner with minimal supervision.
• Display a willingness and flexibility in achieving department goals and contributions to overall group performance.
• Prompt, dependable and often displays extra effort to maximize machine uptime.
• Develop a working knowledge and troubleshooting skill set for all equipment.
• Responsible for the operation of required computer programs.
• Insure that the product being produced consistently meets quality expectations.
• Perform any task required to complete all job responsibilities as defined by shift supervisor.

Qualified Candidate Should Possess:

(qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job)

• Processing Associate – Minimum of one year applicable machine operation experience required with demonstrated mechanical aptitude through machine changeover, setup and troubleshooting
• MSC Operator – Minimum two years of coating and web conveyance experience required
• Ability to read and understand standard operating procedures, specifications and follow instructions
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Solid PC skills
• Forklift certification a plus
• Processing Associate offers an entry level opportunity to be trained and develop in the coating process and if successful, may lead to promotional opportunities as a Utility Operator or MSC Operator.

We are positioned to offer an attractive compensation and benefits package to match this opportunity. If interested in joining a dynamic organization with global presence and applying for this career opportunity, please apply online at www.iimak.com/careers.
 

EOE M/F/Disabled/Veterans, IIMAK is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.

Founded in 1983, International Imaging Materials, Inc. (IIMAK) is a leading global manufacturer of printing, imaging and marking consumables and related services. Our highly engineered core products include a full line of thermal transfer ribbons, inkjet inks, and stamp inks used widely in manufacturing, distribution, food packaging, textiles, electronics, medical, healthcare and office applications. We are committed to forward thinking technology, with recent developments in conductive inks for flexible circuits. IIMAK is headquartered in Amherst, New York where primary R&D, engineering, manufacturing and sales activities reside, with a strong dedication to cross functional teamwork. Additional manufacturing, sales and distribution facilities are located in Mexico, Belgium and Brazil. IIMAK has a strong culture of customer care, providing a full range of highly differentiated services that help our customers grow their business and make doing business easy. We currently have an opportunity at our Amherst, New York facility to join IIMAK as a Sr. Market Manager.

Founded in 1983, International Imaging Materials, Inc. (IIMAK) is a leading global manufacturer of printing, imaging and marking consumables and related services. Our highly engineered core products include a full line of thermal transfer ribbons, inkjet inks, and stamp inks used widely in manufacturing, distribution, food packaging, textiles, electronics, medical, healthcare and office applications. IIMAK headquarter is located in Amherst, New York where primary R&D, engineering, manufacturing and sales activities reside, with a strong dedication to cross functional teamwork. Additional manufacturing, sales and distribution facilities are located in Belgium, Brazil and Mexico. We currently have an opportunity as a Test Technician at our Amherst, New York facilities.

POSITION SUMMARY:A Test Technician is responsible for supporting IIMAK’s products through performance testing, competitive benchmarking, & product development testing.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Generate and interpret data, summary reports and charts.
• Troubleshoot issues with printing systems when needed for customers as well as in the various IIMAK test labs.
• Performs and records a variety of tasks and experiments using a wide range of procedures under the general supervision of the lab manager, engineer or other Technician(s), including support to other areas as needed.
• Perform Application Testing.
• Support the development of product test lab spaces, acting as a technical expert to other staff in the proper use of equipment, product information, procedures, etc.
• Support product development through performance testing, specification development and testing of SOPs.
• Assist in the design of new systems, processes, product or equipment through new product testing, customer interaction, and work experience.
• Perform color matching tasks.
• Conduct training with QA Techs and other support staff on product specifications, and technical issue resolution.
• Provide technical support to sales, customer service, and directly to customers through application tests, competitive product identifications, and printer troubleshooting.
• Conduct product training/demonstrations with both internal and external customers.
• May involve travel to customer sites.
• Perform periodic maintenance on lab equipment as needed, including cleaning tasks.
• Perform process and product audits, and generate reports of findings.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:

(Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job)

• Associates degree required.  Bachelor’s degree preferred (technical or graphic design degree ideal).
• 2+ years of technical experience working with printing technologies (work as a graphics/digital print operator ideal).
• Ability to work a Monday – Friday, 2^nd or 3^rd shift schedule
• Solid math and statistical skills.
• Familiarity with digital printing systems, thermal transfer technology or other printing technologies.
• Knowledge of color measurement and printing software ideal.
• Secure working knowledge of performance metrics and test processes
• Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Good analytical and PC skills, including MS Office Suite (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, RIP software a plus)
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Good understanding of  the Scientific Method and other statistical methods for analyzing and reporting data

IIMAK is dedicated to providing employees with a business environment that supports communication, commitment and the opportunity for advancement.  We are positioned to offer an attractive compensation and benefits package to match this exciting opportunity.  If interested in joining a dynamic organization with global presence and applying for this career opportunity, please apply online at www.iimak.com.

EOE M/F/Disabled/Veteran IIMAK is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.