Mill/Mixer Operator
About The Position
INX International is seeking Mill/Mixer Operators to manufacture high-quality printing ink. The company will train the right candidate to operate a mill machine and perform TPM activities. The role involves running ink batches, packaging finished products, maintaining equipment, and supporting quality control and production processes. The starting pay range is $20 to $25 per hour; actual compensation depends on qualifications and geographic considerations. Operators follow established production procedures and safety standards while weighing and mixing batches, operating mills and related equipment, maintaining formula and processing-time records, completing scheduled maintenance, and assisting with repacks. The position requires reliability for an assigned shift, flexibility to work overtime as required, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- At least 3 months of related work experience.
- Good math and basic computer skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Reliability in working the assigned shift.
- Flexibility to work overtime as required.
- Strong Autonomous Maintenance (AM) background.
- Ability to take an active role on multidisciplinary teams.
- Good attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Forklift experience; training can be provided.
- Background in the mixing, mill, and pump-filter industry.
- Previous experience in the ink industry.
Responsibilities
- Run ink batches using proper mill settings.
- Package finished products in various containers and apply labels.
- Clean and maintain machines according to TPM standards.
- Learn and apply TPM knowledge in daily activities.
- Weigh batches according to the proper process order of addition, shifting between automatic and manual steps.
- Discharge pigment and operate mixers safely while following INX Mixer SOPs.
- Operate and maintain the Hockmeyer mill to meet optimum OEE standards.
- Create and maintain a database of existing formulas, including processing times.
- Can finished product.
- Operate press-out units, pump-filter equipment, and forklifts.
- Act as a quality-control liaison by providing ink samples, making ink adjustments, and recording data.
- Complete scheduled maintenance and use troubleshooting procedures.
- Help with repacks.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Pet insurance
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- 401(k)
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
