Gravure Color Control Lead - Ink Quality Improvement

CCL Label Inc.; Clinton, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CCL Label Inc. in Clinton, SC is seeking a seasoned color expert to ensure color accuracy and consistency across gravure printing operations on site.

You will verify ink consistency before press runs, troubleshoot color deviations, and recommend corrective actions to uphold stringent quality standards. A deep knowledge of color theory and color management software (X-Rite, Datacolor) is required, along with 10 years of gravure printing or ink room experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 10 years gravure/ink room experience.
• Proficiency with color management software and gravure equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work on the production floor safely.

Responsibilities

• Verify ink consistency and color accuracy before press runs.
• Troubleshoot color deviations and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain production & quality records, color decisions and processes.
• Support process improvements related to ink usage, waste reduction, and efficiency.
• Establish and maintain standardized color matching procedures and best practices.
• Train color booth operators on color theory, color management best practices, ink mixing, and troubleshooting.
• Assist in the development of color training materials and standard work instructions.
• Communicate with CLM team, process coordinators, team leads, Quality Department and others.

Skills

Color theory

Color management software

Gravure printing processes

Color calibration

Quality control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Ten years gravure printing experience

Tools

X-Rite

Datacolor

Job description

CCL Label Inc. in Clinton, SC is seeking a seasoned color expert to ensure color accuracy and consistency across gravure printing operations on site.

You will verify ink consistency before press runs, troubleshoot color deviations, and recommend corrective actions to uphold stringent quality standards. A deep knowledge of color theory and color management software (X-Rite, Datacolor) is required, along with 10 years of gravure printing or ink room experience.