Production Engineer

Constantia Flexibles Group; Çankaya; On-site; TRY 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Constantia Flexibles Group is seeking an experienced Ink Preparation Unit Specialist to ensure smooth operation of the ink prep line in alignment with production plans and safety standards. You will optimize ink usage, monitor color quality, and coordinate maintenance and material trials to drive cost reductions and improved color performance.

The role requires a chemical engineering background, proficiency with ERP and reporting tools, strong color vision, and excellent cross‑functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; experience with ERP systems and production reporting tools is preferred.
• Able to pass a color vision assessment, as accurate color discrimination is an essential requirement of the role.
• Good command of written and spoken English, with the ability to understand technical documentation and communicate with suppliers.
• Able to work flexible hours when required by production needs.
• Willing and able to travel when required.
• Knowledge of printing production processes; experience in flexible packaging is preferred.
• Knowledge of ink formulation, color theory, color matching, spectrophotometry, and safe chemical handling practices is preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, planning, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Awareness of 5S, occupational health and safety, environmental requirements, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and TPM is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the effective operation of the Ink Preparation Unit in line with production plans, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Prepare, control, and optimize ink, solvent, and chemical usage to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and support cost targets.
• Monitor ink formulations, color consistency, spectrophotometric measurements, and color tolerances to ensure compliance with customer and production requirements.
• Manage inventory records, raw material shelf life, SDS documentation, and stock rotation in accordance with company procedures.
• Coordinate incoming material trials, supplier-related quality issues, and continuous improvement projects related to print quality, color performance, and cost reduction.
• Plan and follow up maintenance, calibration, and cleaning activities for ink preparation and color measurement equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, Environmental, 5S, and Occupational Health & Safety standards within the department.
• Analyze operational performance, prepare reports, support corrective actions, and contribute to achieving departmental KPIs.
• Provide technical guidance and training to personnel and collaborate effectively with Production, Quality, Purchasing, Warehouse, and other relevant departments.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Production Manager within the scope of the position.

Skills

MS Office

ERP systems

Production reporting tools

Color vision

English

Ink formulation

Color theory

Spectrophotometry

Color matching

Lean Six Sigma

TPM

5S

OSH awareness

Willing to travel

Flexible hours

Printing processes

Flexible packaging knowledge

Safe chemical handling

Education

Chemical Engineering

Materials Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Related engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Production reporting tools

MS Office

Job description

• Ensure the effective operation of the Ink Preparation Unit in line with production plans, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Prepare, control, and optimize ink, solvent, and chemical usage to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and support cost targets.
• Monitor ink formulations, color consistency, spectrophotometric measurements, and color tolerances to ensure compliance with customer and production requirements.
• Manage inventory records, raw material shelf life, SDS documentation, and stock rotation in accordance with company procedures.
• Coordinate incoming material trials, supplier-related quality issues, and continuous improvement projects related to print quality, color performance, and cost reduction.
• Plan and follow up maintenance, calibration, and cleaning activities for ink preparation and color measurement equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, Environmental, 5S, and Occupational Health & Safety standards within the department.
• Analyze operational performance, prepare reports, support corrective actions, and contribute to achieving departmental KPIs.
• Provide technical guidance and training to personnel and collaborate effectively with Production, Quality, Purchasing, Warehouse, and other relevant departments.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Production Manager within the scope of the position.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; experience with ERP systems and production reporting tools is preferred.
• Able to pass a color vision assessment, as accurate color discrimination is an essential requirement of the role.
• Good command of written and spoken English, with the ability to understand technical documentation and communicate with suppliers.
• Able to work flexible hours when required by production needs.
• Willing and able to travel when required.
• Knowledge of printing production processes; experience in flexible packaging is preferred.
• Knowledge of ink formulation, color theory, color matching, spectrophotometry, and safe chemical handling practices is preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, planning, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Awareness of 5S, occupational health and safety, environmental requirements, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and TPM is preferred.