ILMA (Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association)

Ever wondered how your favorite Thanksgiving meal came together before it ever hit your kitchen table? The hidden hero that makes it all happen? Lubricants! They keep production lines running efficiently and ensure food safety through NSF-registered [tag], food-grade formulations — playing a vital behind-the-scenes role in nearly every packaged product on store shelves. If you're studying chemistry, engineering, food science, or sustainability, there's a place for you in this industry. Learn more at ilma.org/gearyourcareer, #GearYourCareer and enjoy a #Thanksgiving made possible by lubricants! 🦃

If you have a child exploring their career or post-graduation options, we have resources for you on how to talk to your child about a career field they may not have explored: lubricant manufacturing! This field is dynamic, secure, future-forward, and elevates the building blocks of nearly every facet of life. Learn more about the wide variety of roles your child could find themselves in by visiting our page below! ✨ ilma.org/gearyourcareer #MovetheWorldForward

Did you know there’s an abundance of sales opportunities in the lubricant industry? In our latest interview, we sat down with one of our own sales professionals, Harry (VJ) Hopkins, to talk about what drew him to this field, what his day-to-day looks like, and why he's passionate about the work he does. If you’re a student or early-career professional interested in sales and curious about where your skills could take you, this is a great field to start exploring. Visit ilma.org/gearyourcareer to learn more! 💥 #MovetheWorldForward #GearYourCareer

November is National Career Development Month! 💥 Now is a great time for students and young professionals to explore job opportunities, new industries, or take stock of their current career field. One field you may not have heard of is lubricant manufacturing – an industry that welcomes everyone. From STEM, communications, and sales to PhD degrees and vocational backgrounds, lubricant manufacturing welcomes you! Learn more about this fast-paced, sustainably minded, and innovative industry by visiting our page: ilma.org/gearyourcareer

As #ILMAMember Sophie Grimm puts it so well, our industry is built on collaborative innovation! Just as many cogs help turn a wheel, we rely on each other to keep operations efficient, create our products, and keep everything from planes, laptops, and surgical devices running smoothly. If you see yourself working closely with colleagues across all sectors, this industry is one for you! Come and learn more about where you fit in by visiting ilma.org/gearyourcareer #MovetheWorldForward

Every year, the U.S. celebrates National Chemistry Week to raise awareness around the important role chemicals play in our products and the impact they make in our day-to-day lives. This year, beginning October 19th and ending on the 25th, we celebrate the formulas and the people behind them – thank you to all of our chemists in research & development, formulation, quality control, technical support, and beyond! Interested in unlocking the potential in raw materials or refining formulas to make lubricant products more effective and sustainable? That’s what our chemists do 👊 Be a part of the formula – visit ilma.org/gearyourcareer #MovetheWorldForward #GearYourCareer