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 with strong geographic and product line growth. 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 leading edge direct thermal substrates, gas absorbing coatings for produce preservation, conductive inks for flexible circuits and industrial inkjet inks for primary and secondary coding. 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 Belgium, Brazil and Mexico. We currently have an opportunity at our Amherst, New York facility to join IIMAK as a IT Analyst.
 

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under general supervision, participates in full software development lifecycle: analyzing requirements, developing designs, implementing and testing software projects using C#, .Net, JavaScript, and HTML. Collaborate on Microsoft BI development that will work with the traditional BI Stack (Power BI, SSIS/SSAS/SSRS) and also work with SQL, SQL Server. Work on customer facing web based software projects.

PRINCIPAL SKILLS NECESSARY:

• Strong problem diagnosis and creative problem solving skills
• Understanding of object-oriented design and development principles
• Understanding of relational database design principles
• Time management, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to excel in a collaborative environment
• Attention to quality through unit tests, automation scripts, and code reviews
• Customer focused approach, desire to support end users’ needs and requirements

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:

• 3-4 years of experience
• Experience planning and successfully executing complex development projects
• Experience with Visual Studio .NET Programming C# and Entity Framework
• Experience with HTML and CSS
• Experience with SQL Server Management Studio and Transact-SQL
• Experience with Business Intelligence tools (Power BI) a plus
• Familiarity with Microsoft Visual Studio and Team Foundation Server
• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server (2008 R2, 2012)
• Experience with Microsoft Office

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/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.

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.

ENTRY LEVEL MACHINE OPERATOR

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 an Entry Level Machine Operator.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The goal of this position is to create 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 machine model and/or specific product family, to include set-up, operation, change over, troubleshooting and routine maintenance.
• 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 tasks as directed by Supervisor or Lead.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:

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

• Minimum 1 year work experience in manufacturing, retail or hospitality preferred.
• Previous operation of equipment in a production environment a plus, but not required.
• Ability to learn to safely and efficiently operate mechanical equipment.
• Ability to complete all tasks in a cooperative, positive and timely manner.
• Good math and reading skills, ability to interpret specifications and standard operating procedures.
• Possess positive interpersonal skills to perform effectively in a team environment.
• Basic computer skills for data entry, label printing and machine control panel operation.

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.

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 and security authentication. IIMAK’s global operations have nearly 600 employees worldwide, and are headquartered in Amherst, New York. We currently have an opportunity as a Material Distributor.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate all material distribution equipment in the warehouse
• Daily safety inspection of material handling equipment and battery charging/changing station
• Issue and return materials to production and inventory locations
• Conduct inventory cycle counts and location audits
• Utilize hoist and crane system
• Utilize personal computers, printers and wireless barcode scanning equipment
• Use software including Microsoft Dynamics AX, IMS, Slitting Dispatch, Slit Specification database, Lot Tracker, leaderstrip & bintag label printing software, Windows, and Excel
• Perform direct labor tasks in Production including jumbo packing, shrink-wrapping, packing and core cutting
• Routinely perform all essential Point duties in slitting
• Complete quality, safety and housekeeping audits as directed

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:

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

• 6 months of general warehouse experience required
• Forklift and electric pallet-jack experience preferred
• Inventory control experience a plus
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal skills to interface with all production departments to ensure material requirements are correct and on time to avoid machine downtime.
• Good PC skills, Microsoft Dynamics AX experience a plus.
• Basic Math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication) required.
• Ability to work both independently and in team environment.

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.

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.

Candidates must be able to work any of our 24 x 7 shift schedules – Current openings will most likely be on overnight shifts: B-Shift (7pm-7am Sun, Mon, Tues and every other Saturday); D-Shift (7pm-7am Wed, Thu, Fri and every other Saturday).

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.