What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ink Technician - Ink Formulation & Blending position at Talent Search PRO?
This is not a Graphic Design Position!!!
NOTE:
This position requires candidates with at least 1 year of water-based ink mixing/color matching experience.
Shift Type: Candidates should be open to working Day, Night, Weekends, and Rotating shifts
Competitive Benefits Full Benefits On Day 1
This is an in-plant position within the customer's plant. Employees would be responsible for the following but not limited to:
Position Summary:
The Ink Technician is responsible for producing high-quality blended inks that meet customer specifications. This role involves hands-on work in the ink formulation process, ensuring accurate color matching and timely delivery of press-ready inks to customer equipment. The technician will maintain organized work areas and contribute to quality assurance by adhering to production schedules and safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Weigh, blend, and deliver press-ready inks efficiently to customer equipment while adhering to quality standards.
- Perform precise color matching and ink formulation according to customer production schedules.
- Prepare and maintain accurate documentation, including records of color matches, ink adjustments, consignment returns, and customer complaints as directed by the supervisor.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and organized workspace to support a safe and efficient work environment.
- Adhere to all required personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.
- Execute additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
Decision-Making Responsibilities:
- Ensure the quality of the product delivered to customers by verifying conformance to specifications.
- Select appropriate raw materials and assess the suitability of finished ink matches for new color formulations.
- Evaluate the suitability of returning ink for recycling processes.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in chemistry or a related field is preferred.
- Experience in ink formulation, blending, or a related field is a plus but not required.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies.
- Press toning experience
- Flexo Printing experience
- Color formulation
- Color matching experience
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods.
- Comfort working with chemicals in a production environment.
- Comfortable working 12 hour rotating shifts.
Experience toning inks
Flexo printing experience
Color formulation and matching experience
Experience working with water-based inks
Do you have a minimum of 1 year of water-based ink formulating experience, and will this be reflected in your attached resume?
Do you have press toning, flexo printing, color formulation, and color matching experience and will this experience be reflected in your attached resume?
This position is located in Lebanon, IN : Will you be able to comfortably travel to the working site in timely manner??
If you're interviewed and offered the position, would you be ok with completing a drug screen, physical and background check?
Do you have color matching experience and will you be able to thoroughly speak on this if offered an interview?
Ability to work a 12-hour shift and fill in other shifts when needed. Ability to work independently after training and set priorities. Good work ethic and a goal setter - these positions are entry level but lead to promotion.