Ink Color Specialist for Press Production

Flint Group; Macedon (NY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

Flint Group in New York, NY is seeking an Ink Technician to safely perform ink preparation and support the production environment. You will deliver press-ready inks while adhering to safety, quality, and Lean/5S standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, experience in printing or ink production, strong color accuracy, detail orientation, and solid problem-solving and communication skills. The role emphasizes fast-paced, deadline-driven operations and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in printing, ink manufacturing, or a related production environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and color accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety policies, participate in safety training, and properly use PPE.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace using Lean and 5S principles.
• Prepare, weigh, blend, and deliver press-ready inks to support production schedules.
• Perform quality checks, including color control using X-Rite or similar equipment.
• Support press operations with ink adjustments and troubleshooting as needed.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records.
• Assist with job scheduling and ink estimations for upcoming production.
• Manage ink inventory levels, ensuring proper stock and minimizing excess.
• Follow and support work-off ink processes to reduce waste.

Skills

Attention to detail

Color accuracy

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Documentation skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

X-Rite spectrophotometer

Job description

Flint Group in New York, NY is seeking an Ink Technician to safely perform ink preparation and support the production environment. You will deliver press-ready inks while adhering to safety, quality, and Lean/5S standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, experience in printing or ink production, strong color accuracy, detail orientation, and solid problem-solving and communication skills. The role emphasizes fast-paced, deadline-driven operations and safety compliance.