Ink Technician

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in ink manufacturing is seeking a motivated technician to join their busy department in Leeds. This role offers comprehensive training for individuals eager to learn and develop their skills in ink production. You will be responsible for providing timely ink dispensing services, ensuring quality through color matching, and maintaining safety protocols. With a focus on teamwork and continuous improvement, this position is perfect for someone looking to grow in a dynamic environment. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for production, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and develop skills in ink production.
• Experience in print/packaging production is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely ink dispensing service per production plan.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety procedures.
• Maintain stock control of inks and cleaning products.

Skills

Good colour vision

Computer literacy

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Ability to use ink formulation software

Experience with printing inks

Experience with ink dispensing systems

Tools

Spectrophotometer

Proofing equipment

Job description

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Our Client specialises in the manufacture of Inks and they are seeking a technician willing to learn and develop the skills required to eventually run a busy ink department based in the Leeds area,

Training will be given to the successful Candidate and applications from general print / packaging production will be given equal consideration if working with inks has been part of your role.

Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-4pm, 40 hours per week with voluntary overtime available for holiday cover and during high production periods.

Must have:

Good colour vision.
Computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office – and ability to be trained to use ink formulation software.
A full UK driving license.

Previous experience working with printing inks – or similar products such as paints is beneficial, as is experience working with ink dispensing systems – but not essential with on the job training provided.

Main functions of the role:

Providing a consistent, timely ink dispensing service in line with the daily production plan.
Ink formulating and colour matching using spectrophotometer and proofing equipment.
Ensuring all operating and health and safety procedures are adhered to, reporting any safety incidents to management.
Carrying out any necessary colour corrections on press.
Maintain stock control of all inks, varnishes and cleaning products, by doing routine stock counts, and ordering products when required.
Ensure absolute departmental cleanliness as well as inspecting and cleaning the dispensing and ancillary equipment daily, reporting any faults.
Control and organize the safe removal of all the empty waste tubs and ink.
Supporting production ink trials and press passes.

**All enquiries in strictest confidence.
**CVs in MS Word format please, (.doc / .docx).

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