Mill/Mixer Operator - 3rd Shift

INX International Ink Co.•Kansas City, KS

2h•Onsite

About The Position

INX International is a globally recognized, A Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, known for blending art, science, and sustainability into its ink products. As the third largest producer of inks in North America, with subsidiaries in Europe and South America, INX offers a complete line of ink and coating solutions for commercial, packaging, and digital applications. The company is committed to the environment, providing sustainable products for items like beverage cans, food packaging, and clothing. INX values its employees, with an average tenure of 12 years, and is seeking new talent to contribute to its mission of coloring a safe and sustainable future. The company is looking for Mill/Mixer Operators to manufacture high-quality printing ink. The role involves operating mill machines and engaging in TPM activities, with training provided for the right candidate.

Requirements

Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
Have 3 months of related work experience
Demonstrate good math and basic computer skills
Pay attention to detail
Be reliable to work assigned shift
Be flexible to work overtime as required
Have a strong Autonomous Maintenance (AM) background
Be able to perform an active role with any multi-disciplinary teams
Have good attendance and punctuality
Be able to lift up to 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience, but we can train you
Mixing, mill, and pump filter industry background
Previous experience in the ink industry

Responsibilities

Running batches of ink at proper mill settings
Packaging finished product in various containers and applying labels
Cleaning and maintaining machines to TPM Standards
Learning and applying TPM knowledge to daily activities
Weigh-Up Batches: Following proper process order of addition. Shifting between auto and manual steps
Mix Batch: Discharging pigment and operating mixer safely; following and adhering to all INX Mixer SOP's
Hockmeyer mill operation: Running and maintaining optimum OEE (overall equipment effectiveness) standards
Creating and maintaining a database of all existing formulas including processing times
Canning
Operating the following: Press out unit, pump filter equipment, and forklift
Acting as a QC liaison, providing ink samples, making ink adjustments, and recording data
Completing scheduled maintenance and utilizing troubleshooting procedures.
Helping with repacks