Ink Technician

Hr Journals; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits included from day one

Relocation assistance possible for ideal candidate

Job summary

A manufacturing company is looking for an Ink Technician to produce high-quality blended inks and ensure timely delivery to customer equipment. The candidate will be responsible for ink formulation, color matching, and maintaining a clean workspace. This entry-level role offers benefits from day one, with potential for career growth. Ideal candidates should have experience with water-based inks and excellent communication skills, and be willing to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience with water-based ink mixing/color matching.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Weigh, blend, and deliver press-ready inks efficiently while adhering to quality standards.
• Perform accurate color matching and ink formulation according to production schedules.
• Maintain clean and organized workspace to support a safe and efficient environment.

Skills

Experience toning inks

Flexo printing experience

Color formulation and matching experience

Experience working with water-based inks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Ink Technician is responsible for producing high-quality blended inks that meet customer specifications. This hands‑on role involves ink formulation, precise color matching, and ensuring timely delivery of press‑ready inks to customer equipment. The technician maintains organized work areas and contributes to quality assurance by adhering to production schedules and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Weigh, blend, and deliver press‑ready inks efficiently while adhering to quality standards.
• Perform accurate color matching and ink formulation according to production schedules.
• Prepare and maintain documentation, including color match records, ink adjustments, consignment returns, and customer complaints.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace to support a safe and efficient environment.

Follow all personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.

Execute additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Decision‑Making Responsibilities

Ensure product quality by verifying conformance to specifications.

• Select appropriate raw materials and assess the suitability of finished ink matches.

Evaluate the suitability of returning ink for recycling processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in chemistry or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with water‑based ink mixing/color matching.
• Experience with press toning, flexo printing, color formulation, and color matching.

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Comfortable working with chemicals in a production environment.

• Able to work 12‑hour rotating shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.

Skills and Certifications (required)

• Experience toning inks
• Flexo printing experience
• Color formulation and matching experience
• Experience working with water‑based inks

Full‑time

Benefits included from day one

Relocation assistance possible for ideal candidate

Ideal Candidate

Ability to work independently after training and set priorities.

Strong work ethic and goal‑oriented.

Open to covering different shifts as needed.

Entry‑level with potential for career growth.