Mill Operator

INX International Ink Co. • Kansas City, KS

6h

About The Position

We are seeking Mill Operators to manufacture high-quality printing ink. We will train right candidate to operate a Mill Machine and on TPM activities. As a Mill/Mixer Operator you will be responsible to:
Run batches of ink at proper mill settings.
Package finished product in various containers and apply labels
Clean and maintain machine to TPM Standards
Learn and apply TPM knowledge to daily activities
Weigh-Up Batches: Shift auto and manual steps. Follow process order of addition.
Mix Batch: Discharge pigment and operate mixer safely; follow and adhere to all INX Mixer SOP's
Hockmeyer mill operation: Run and maintain optimum OEE (overall equipment effectiveness) standards
Create and maintain a database of all existing formulas including processing times
Canning
Operate the following: Press out unit, pump filter equipment, and forklift
To act as a QC liaison, providing ink samples, making ink adjustments, and recording data
Complete scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures
Help with repacks

Requirements

• Have a high school diploma or (GED) desired
• Have 3 months of work related experience
• Demonstrate good math and basic computer skills
• Have 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. as required

Nice To Haves

• Forklift experience, but we can train you
• Mixing, Mill, and Pump filter industry background

Responsibilities

• Run batches of ink at proper mill settings.
• Package finished product in various containers and apply labels
• Clean and maintain machine to TPM Standards
• Learn and apply TPM knowledge to daily activities
• Weigh-Up Batches: Shift auto and manual steps. Follow process order of addition.
• Mix Batch: Discharge pigment and operate mixer safely; follow and adhere to all INX Mixer SOP's
• Hockmeyer mill operation: Run and maintain optimum OEE (overall equipment effectiveness) standards
• Create and maintain a database of all existing formulas including processing times
• Canning
• Operate the following: Press out unit, pump filter equipment, and forklift
• To act as a QC liaison, providing ink samples, making ink adjustments, and recording data
• Complete scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures
• Help with repacks

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, long-term care, 401(k), and more.
• Through our programs, which now include Paid Volunteer Time Off and Paid Parental Leave, we support the needs of our employees, their dependents, and their communities by providing a benefit package that is easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all our employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED