In-Plant Ink Technician

International Paper; West Deptford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

International Paper seeks an In-Plant Ink Technician in New Jersey to join our production team. You will color match inks, prepare batches, and support customers and production lines while maintaining safety standards.

The role emphasizes ink handling, troubleshooting, and collaboration with internal teams to optimize quality and efficiency. A high school diploma and ink experience are preferred for this salaried position.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency required.
• At least two years experience with flexographic printing inks preferred.
• Knowledge of and previous experience with ink color matching and press side troubleshooting is preferred.
• Experience in pre-printed liner applications is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment and participate in safety programs.
• Ensure housekeeping and organization standards are met in the in-plant area.
• Perform color matching and re-matching to meet customer and production specs.
• Manufacture and prepare ink batches for production print jobs.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting at preprint and direct print machines.
• Manage customer ink inventory and monitor stock levels.

Skills

Color matching

Press troubleshooting

Ink handling

Customer interaction

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: In-Plant Ink Technician

Pay Rate

\$55,000-\$69,500

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift

Availability in 1st Shift, Monday through Friday

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

33 Phoenix Drive

Thorofare, NJ 08086

856-853-7000

The Job You Will Perform

• Maintain a safe work environment and actively participate in all safety programs, training sessions, and initiatives.
• Ensure housekeeping and organization standards are maintained within the in-plant work area.
• Perform color matching and re-matching activities to achieve customer and production specifications.
• Manufacture and prepare ink batches for production print jobs.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance at preprint and direct print machines.
• Manage customer ink inventory, including monitoring stock levels and maintaining adequate supplies.
• Process work-off and rework of obsolete or unused ink to minimize waste and support cost efficiency.
• Prepare, maintain, and file ink usage reports and other required documentation.
• Attend production meetings and customer meetings as required to support operational objectives.
• Communicate effectively and regularly with customer leadership, internal teams, technical support personnel, laboratory staff, and other stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalency required. At least two years experience with flexographic printing inks preferred, ideally in a customer in-plant setting. Knowledge of and previous experience with ink color matching and press side trouble shooting is preferred, and experience in pre-printed liner applications is highly desirable.

About Us

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].