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Press Helper - 2nd Shift

Jeffersonville, IN · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

E., ink plate paper tape etc. Ensure accuracy of printed material coming from the press Key Duties/Responsibilities * Assist in inspecting printed sheets to ensure correctness in all areas of color ...

Vericast

Press Helper - 2nd Shift

Jeffersonville, IN · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

E., ink plate paper tape etc. Ensure accuracy of printed material coming from the press Key Duties/Responsibilities * Assist in inspecting printed sheets to ensure correctness in all areas of color ...

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An Ink job typically involves working with ink in various industries such as printing, manufacturing, or design. Responsibilities may include mixing and matching ink colors, ensuring proper ink application on materials, maintaining printing equipment, and troubleshooting ink-related issues. Jobs in this field can range from ink technicians in printing companies to specialists in ink formulation and production. Strong attention to detail and knowledge of ink properties are often required.

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As an Ink Technician, your daily responsibilities generally involve mixing, matching, and preparing inks according to specific print job requirements, monitoring ink inventory, and conducting quality control tests to ensure color accuracy and consistency. You may also be responsible for cleaning and maintaining mixing equipment, managing safe storage and disposal of chemicals, and troubleshooting ink-related issues during production runs. Collaboration with press operators, production supervisors, and quality assurance teams is common to ensure smooth workflow and timely delivery of client specifications. This role requires strong organizational skills and attention to safety protocols, making it both hands-on and teamwork-oriented.

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In-Plant Ink Technician

Lebanon, IN • On-site

International Paper
Paper Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Perform technical, manufacturing, and reporting tasks related to ink as required by the customer.

  • Provide press side technical assistance, including color matching, re-matching, and adjusting ink for print quality.

  • Maintain customer ink inventory, re-work old ink, and file ink usage reports and other necessary reports.

International Paper rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 298 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

320th of 547 rated manufacturers

Job description

IN-PLANT INK TECHNICIAN

JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Description:  The in-plant ink technician's function is to perform all technical, manufacturing, and reporting tasks pertaining to ink as required by the customer.  The ink technician works inside the customer's plant, solely for that customer's ink technical needs.  The in-plant may also help the customer with press related issues, maximizing efficiencies related to ink usage or press set up, cost reduction measures, or other issues as the customer requires. 

 

Responsibilities: 

  • Color matches and re-matches

  • Manufacture ink batches for print jobs

  • Press side technical assistance at the preprint and Direct print machines.

  • Maintain customer ink inventory; Work-off/re-work old ink

  • File ink usage reports, other reports as necessary

  • Attend production meetings and other customer meetings as required

  • Any other technical issues needed by customer: Ink training, ink improvements, cost reductions, etc.
    Background: Position open for in-plant ink technician to work in the Lebanon, IN facility, in the Indianapolis area.  This position will be in the International Paper Ink division, reporting to the Lebanon Ink Supervisor in the Lebanon, IN facility.  The International Paper Ink division provides printing inks, printing plates, and related services to flexographic packaging printers, both within International Paper and to outside customers.  The in-plant ink technician will provide on-site ink manufacturing and technical service for Lebanon facility, which manufactures high quality pre-printed liner for the corrugated packaging industry.
    Key Functions: The in-plant ink technician's function is to perform all technical, manufacturing, and reporting tasks pertaining to ink and printing as required by the customer.  The ink technician works inside the customer's plant, solely for that customer's ink technical needs.  The in-plant will also help the customer with press related issues, maximizing efficiencies related to ink usage or press set up, cost reduction measures, or other issues as the customer requires.  Specific key functions are:  Color matching and re-matching, blending ink batches for print jobs, press side technical assistance (toning colors, adjusting ink to improve print quality, assisting with Customer Approvals, etc.), maintaining customer ink inventory, re-working old ink, filing ink usage reports and other reports as necessary, attend production meetings and other customer meetings as required, any other technical issues needed by customer, such as ink training, ink improvements, cost reductions, etc.
    Requirements: High School diploma or equivalency required.  At least two years experience with flexographic printing inks preferred, ideally in a customer in-plant setting.  Knowledge of and previous experience with ink color matching and press side trouble shooting is preferred, and experience in pre-printed liner applications is highly desirable.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build:
Leadership training, promotional opportunities
The Impact You Will Make:
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you'll see why our team members say they're Proud to be IP.
The Culture You Will Experience:
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
The Company You Will Join:
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

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International Paper is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion.

Industry

Paper manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Memphis, TN, US

Year founded

1898

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