Hours: 5:00a - 3:30p Monday through Thursday

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 companies—Interplastic Corporation, North American Composites, HK Research, and Molding Products—work 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 specifications
Match product colors to customer or standard color requirements
Perform color checks and make necessary adjustments to achieve desired results
Maintain accurate records of color formulations and adjustments
Work closely with production and quality teams to ensure consistency
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
Handle and store colorants and related materials properly
Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment
Troubleshoot color-related issues and inconsistencies
Support continuous improvement in tinting processes

What We Are Looking For in a Tinter:

High school diploma or equivalent required
1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, color matching, or related roles preferred
Strong attention to detail and ability to distinguish colors accurately
Ability to follow formulas and detailed instructions
Basic math and measurement skills
Ability to work in a hands-on, fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Commitment to safety and quality standards
Good communication and teamwork skills

Why IP Corporation?

Positive, challenging, and supportive work environment.
Freedom to innovate and make a direct impact in a company that values continuous improvement.
Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) with company match.