Ink Batch Weigher & Mixer — TPM Operator (Paid Leave)

INX International Ink Co.; Edwardsville (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

INX International Ink Co. seeks Mill/Mixer Operators to manufacture high-quality printing ink. Training provided to operate a Mill Machine and TPM activities.

You will be responsible for cleaning, TPM, weighing batches, mixing, and operating equipment including a Hockmeyer mill, press-out unit, pump filters, and forklift. The role includes acting as a QC liaison, providing ink samples, making adjustments, recording data, and performing maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 months of related work experience.
• Strong math and basic computer skills.
• Attention to detail and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work assigned shifts and overtime as needed.
• Autonomous Maintenance (AM) background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain the machine to TPM standards.
• Learn and apply TPM knowledge in daily activities.
• Weigh batches following process orders and shift steps.
• Mix batches by discharging pigment and operating mixer safely.
• Operate Hockmeyer mill and maintain optimum OEE.
• Create and maintain a database of formulas with processing times.
• Canning, and operate press-out unit, pump filter equipment, and forklift.
• Act as QC liaison: provide ink samples, adjust ink, record data.
• Complete scheduled maintenance and troubleshoot procedures.
• Assist with repacks.

Skills

Math skills

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Attendance

Team collaboration

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift experience

Mixing equipment experience

Mill equipment experience

Pump filter equipment experience

Ink industry experience

Job description

INX International Ink Co. seeks Mill/Mixer Operators to manufacture high-quality printing ink. Training provided to operate a Mill Machine and TPM activities.

You will be responsible for cleaning, TPM, weighing batches, mixing, and operating equipment including a Hockmeyer mill, press-out unit, pump filters, and forklift. The role includes acting as a QC liaison, providing ink samples, making adjustments, recording data, and performing maintenance.