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Printpack

Ink Technician

Grand Prairie, TX · On-site

Apply today to be a Ink Technician with one of the most innovative and trusted packaging companies ... Maintain press ink supply and prepare materials for upcoming jobs * Manage ink inventory and ...

Printpack

Ink Technician

Prescott Valley, AZ · On-site

The Ink Technician is responsible for preparing, blending, and managing inks, primers, and ... Maintain press ink supply and prepare materials for upcoming jobs * Manage ink inventory and ...

PPC Flex

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Payson, UT · On-site

Ink Technician ???? Full-Time | Manufacturing Get the color right. Keep production running. We're ... Support press setups and troubleshoot color issues * Use tools (spectrophotometer) to verify color ...

Printpack

Ink Technician

Prescott Valley, AZ · On-site

The Ink Technician is responsible for preparing, blending, and managing inks, primers, and ... Maintain press ink supply and prepare materials for upcoming jobs * Manage ink inventory and ...

Flintgroup

Ink Technician

Macedon, NY

Ink Technician Primary Location: Location: ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Operating through five strategic ... Support press operations with ink adjustments and troubleshooting as needed * Maintain accurate ...

Flintgroup

Ink Technician

San Leandro, CA

Ink Technician Primary Location: Location: Varies ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Operating through five ... Support press operations with ink adjustments and troubleshooting as needed * Maintain accurate ...

International Paper

In-Plant Ink Technician

Lebanon, IN · On-site

The ink technician works inside the customer's plant, solely for that customer's ink technical ... Press side technical assistance at the preprint and Direct print machines. * Maintain customer ink ...

Trotter Workforce

Ink Technician

Souderton, PA

$17 - $23/hr

Ink Technicians play a critical role in press efficiency, product quality, and workplace safety. This position supports production by managing inks, adhesives, solvents, and hazardous materials while ...

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Flintgroup

Ink Technician

Monroe, LA

Ink Technician Primary Location: Location: Monroe LA ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Operating through five ... Support press operations with ink adjustments and troubleshooting as needed * Maintain accurate ...

Flintgroup

Ink Technician

Jackson, TN

Ink Technician Primary Location: Location: Varies ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Operating through five ... Support press operations with ink adjustments and troubleshooting as needed * Maintain accurate ...

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Ink Technician

Modesto, CA

Ink Technician Primary Location: Location: Varies ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Operating through five ... Support press operations with ink adjustments and troubleshooting as needed * Maintain accurate ...

Flintgroup

Senior Ink Technician

Macedon, NY

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Ink Technician

Grand Prairie, TX • On-site

Printpack
IT Services • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Prepare and blend raw materials for ink, primer, and adhesive formulation

  • Support printing operations by formulating, toning colors, and maintaining press ink supply

  • Manage ink inventory, process returned inks, and track solvent usage

Printpack rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Apply today to be a Ink Technician with one of the most innovative and trusted packaging companies in the world. Printpack is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Ink Technician for the Converting plant in Grand Prairie, TX. The Ink Technician is responsible for preparing, blending, and managing inks, primers, and adhesives to support printing operations. This position requires expertise in color matching, formulation, and inventory management while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and quality standards. This position reports to the Shift Supervisor / Prepress Supervisor. This will be a 3/2 day shift position (7am-7pm, Sun/Wed/Thurs- Mon/Tue/Fri/Sat)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and blend raw materials for ink, primer, and *adhesive formulation

  • Formulate and tone colors for press runs

  • Maintain press ink supply and prepare materials for upcoming jobs

  • Manage ink inventory and related materials

  • Process returned inks and track solvent usage

  • Input data into PRISM system

  • Handle, store, and label hazardous materials

  • Support press changeovers

  • Maintain cleanliness of work area

  • Operate equipment including lift trucks and pallet jacks

  • Contribute to waste reduction initiatives

  • Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

  • 2 years ink technician experience preferred

Required Skills:

  • Proficiency in color matching and blending (must pass Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Color Vision Test)

  • Knowledge of PRISM, SPEC, and X-RITE systems

  • Strong mathematical and analytical abilities

  • Excellent attention to detail

  • Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, Google Apps)

  • Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)

  • Understanding of safety protocols

  • Strong communication skills

  • Time management and organizational abilities

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years of age

  • Must pass pre-employment assessment

  • Drug screening required

  • Background check required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Ink formulation and color theory

  • Safety protocols for handling hazardous materials

  • Quality control procedures

  • Inventory management principles

  • Computer systems and software

  • Color matching and blending

  • Mathematical calculations

  • Data entry and record keeping

  • Problem-solving

  • Time management

  • Food safety standards

  • Analytical thinking

  • Team collaboration

  • Effective communication

Physical Demands: The associate will be exposed to the manufacturing environment where hazards and requirements may include but are not limited to:

  • Lifting up to 50 pounds

  • Must be able to climb, kneel, bend, squat, stoop and reach

  • Must be able to push & pull

  • Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time

  • Color vision discrimination (must pass Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Color test)

  • Manual dexterity for operating equipment

  • Ability to wear required PPE (hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, safety glasses)

  • Forklift certification or ability to obtain forklift and pallet jacks

Work Conditions: The majority of tasks will be performed in a manufacturing setting with exposure to:

  • Noise levels above 85 dB

  • Operation of complex machinery

  • Solvents, fumes and inks

  • Variable Temperatures

  • Must be able to work flexible shifts

  • May require overtime, weekends, and holidays.

  • An additional $2.50/hr premium for NIGHT Shift only between the hours of 7pm-7am. Any hours worked outside of 7pm-7am will not receive the premium.

Additional Internal Requirements:

  • Must demonstrate Core Values

  • Must be in good standing with no disciplinary action or attendance issues(Associates in Written or higher stage of counseling are not eligible to apply)

  • Must have performer or higher rating in last review

  • Demonstrated sense of urgency in production recovery situations

Printpack is proudly an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Embracing diversity enhances our work culture and is vital to our success. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, genetic information, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, marital status, military or veteran status or affiliation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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