Ink Technician
About The Position
Printpack is hiring an Ink Technician for its Converting plant in Grand Prairie, Texas. The Ink Technician prepares, blends, and manages inks, primers, and adhesives to support printing operations. The role requires color matching and formulation expertise, inventory management, and compliance with safety protocols and quality standards. The position reports to the Shift Supervisor / Prepress Supervisor. The position is scheduled for third shift, Sunday through Thursday, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., with the potential to transition to a rotating 3/2 schedule from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The role is primarily performed in a manufacturing environment, with exposure to noise above 85 dB, complex machinery, solvents, fumes, inks, and variable temperatures. Flexible shifts may be required, and overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required. A $2.50-per-hour night-shift premium applies only to hours worked between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. Applicants must be at least 18 and pass a pre-employment assessment, drug screening, and background check. Internal applicants must demonstrate the company’s Core Values, be in good standing without disciplinary or attendance issues, have a performer-or-higher rating in their last review, demonstrate urgency during production recovery situations, and have been in their current role for at least 120 days.
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age.
- Must pass the Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Color Vision Test.
- Proficiency in color matching and blending.
- Knowledge of PRISM, SPEC, and X-RITE systems.
- Strong mathematical and analytical abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and Google Apps.
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain it.
- Understanding of safety protocols.
- Strong communication skills.
- Time-management and organizational abilities.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment assessment, drug screening, and background check.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; climb, kneel, bend, squat, stoop, reach, push, and pull; and stand and walk for extended periods.
- Color vision discrimination and manual dexterity for operating equipment.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses.
- Ability to work flexible shifts; overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of ink technician experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and blend raw materials for ink, primer, and adhesive formulations.
- Formulate and tone colors for press runs.
- Maintain the press ink supply and prepare materials for upcoming jobs.
- Manage ink inventory and related materials.
- Process returned inks and track solvent usage.
- Enter data into the PRISM system.
- Handle, store, and label hazardous materials.
- Support press changeovers.
- Maintain a clean work area.
- Operate equipment, including lift trucks and pallet jacks.
- Contribute to waste-reduction initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- A $2.50-per-hour premium for night-shift hours worked between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
