Ink Room Operator

Grosvenor Talent Ltd; Elland; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established packaging company close to Halifax is seeking an Ink Room Operator & Facilitator. This role involves producing inks to match production needs, managing ink stock, and ensuring cleanliness in the ink room. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in manufacturing, strong organizational skills, and some knowledge of inks. This position offers a steady working environment with opportunities for development and follows a shift pattern that includes both day and night shifts, with a competitive salary of up to £40k based on experience.

Benefits

Opportunities for development

Supportive working environment

Training and development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production role.
• Previous experience in an Ink Room in a manufacturing business.
• Ability to work independently and manage stock efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Producing inks to match planned production volumes.
• Managing ink stock efficiently and minimizing waste.
• Maintaining the ink room clean and organized.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Knowledge of inks / colour matching

Tools

Forklift Truck (FLT)

Job description

Ink Room Operator & Facilitator, Close to Halifax, Up to £40k (DOE) - Mix of day and night shifts

My Client, a well established (more than a century), family owned, profitable and growing corrugated packaging business, is looking for a proactive and organised Ink Room Operator & Facilitator to join their team.

This hands‑on role is central to ensuring the smooth supply of inks across their manufacturing processes, helping them deliver high-quality products on time.

What you’ll be doing :

Producing inks to match planned production volumes

Managing ink stock efficiently, minimising waste

Delivering inks to manufacturing lines and collecting used buckets

Maintaining base stock levels and booking items back into stock

Keeping the ink room clean, organised, and running smoothly

What we’re looking for :

Previous experience in a manufacturing or production role in a UK business

Previous experience in an Ink Room in a UK manufacturing / production business

Strong attention to detail and a practical, methodical approach

Organisational skills and ability to work independently

Knowledge of inks / colour matching

A valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence (preferred)

What we offer :

A steady, supportive working environment

Opportunities to develop practical skills and grow within the business

Training and development where needed

Shift Pattern

Week 1 – Day 12 hrs shift (6am – 6pm)

• Mon / Tues / Fri / Sat / Sun

Week 2 - Day 12 hrs shift (6am – 6pm)

• Wed / Thu

Week 3 - Nights 8 hrs shift (10pm – 6am)

• Sun / Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and efficiency matter, we’d love to hear from you.