Ink Jet Technician

TSG - The Sheridan Group; North Thetford (VT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sheridan Group in Vermont is seeking a Master Inkjet Technician to maintain, repair and optimize ink jet systems.

This role requires strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to train other shifts. You will log maintenance, support safety, and participate in continuous improvement within finishing operations. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED/HiSET required.
• Experience in Printing, Finishing operations required.
• Experience with Finishing Department machinery.
• Must learn the organization's system with training.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Mechanical and electrical abilities with troubleshooting skills.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to work productively and safely, with reliable attendance.
• Overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and log all PMs.
• Troubleshoot and repair ink jet heads.
• Log repair history and maintain machine logs.
• Provide training for all shifts in ink jet applications.
• Test and qualify materials and supplies.
• Prepare setup, use, and troubleshooting documentation.
• Support safety policies and housekeeping.
• Perform other duties on production line when required.

Skills

Printing experience

Finishing machinery

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Basic computer skills

Basic math

Reliability

Overtime flexibility

Safety-consciousness

Productivity

Education

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET

Tools

Finishing Department machinery

Job description

Master Inkjet Technician ($1,000 Hiring Bonus)

The Master Inkjet Technician is responsible for the maintenance, repairs, establishing specifications, and training associated with Ink Jet systems.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative maintenance and log all periodic maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and perform all repairs on all ink jet heads.
• Log all history of repairs and PM's, maintain logbook for each machine.
• Provide training for all shifts in ink jet application and print and label application equipment.
• Responsible for the testing and qualifying of materials and supplies.
• Build templates as needed.
• Perform fluid inventory and pass orders on to purchaser.
• Be available by phone for troubleshooting and be available to come in, if a phone call does not work.
• Prepare step-by-step documentation for set-up, use, and troubleshooting of inkjet units and controllers, and update as needed.
• Train a back-up for both 1st and 2nd shifts and keep the back-ups up-to-date on changes.
• Demonstrate good housekeeping attitudes and practices.
• Support the CJK Group Core Values effort throughout the Company.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures, while maintaining an overall awareness of safety within the workplace.
• Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned or required including assisting and operating on production line or equipment as necessary.

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of a High School diploma or GED/HiSET required.
• Previous experience in Printing, specifically Finishing operations required.
• Good working knowledge of and experience with Finishing Department machinery.
• Ability to become proficient with the organization’s operating system with training.
• Proven organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Proven mechanical ability required.
• Proven electrical skills required.
• Proven troubleshooting skills required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to perform work productively and safely.
• Reliable; good attendance is required.
• Required to work overtime as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to a maximum of 20 lbs. frequently.
• Continuous standing required.
• Frequent walking and stooping required.
• Occasional sitting, crouching, and reaching/working overhead required.
• Good visual acuity and manual dexterity required.
• Work environment involves exposure to excessive noise, being near moving machinery, and exposure to potential arm and wrist fatigue.
• Must wear hearing protection and safety shoes.

Sheridan is an Equal Opportunity 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.