Ink Technician

Flint Group; Pine Bluff (AR); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid holidays & PTO

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Disability benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Flint Group in Pine Bluff, AR, is seeking an Ink Technician to safely prepare and support ink production for customer environments. You will weigh, blend and deliver press-ready inks while adhering to safety standards and Lean/5S practices.

The position requires a high school diploma, attention to color accuracy, and good problem-solving and communication skills. Experience in printing or ink manufacturing is preferred; strong documentation skills are a plus.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in printing, ink manufacturing, or related production 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Color accuracy

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Safety-mindedness

Documentation skills

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

X-Rite

Descripción del empleo

Flint Group

Job Title: Ink Technician

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Operating through five strategic business segments worldwide - Flexible Packaging, Paper & Board, Narrow Web, Sheetfed Offset, and Flint Group Digital Xeikon - we deliver inks and coatings, tailored solutions, digital print consumables and digital engines. Our future is firmly focused on integrated solutions to support a full range of packaging applications. We are committed to innovation, service, and solutions to meet evolving market demands for sustainable, regulatory-compliant, efficient packaging production - now and into the future.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Ink Technician is responsible for safely performing all aspects of ink preparation and support to ensure the successful operation of the customer’s production environment. This role supports customer performance by delivering high-quality, press-ready inks while adhering to Flint Group’s corporate policies, safety standards, and core values.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Adhere to all 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

What We’re Looking For:

• 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

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and move materials (typically up to 50 lbs)
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing/production environment

Why Join Flint Group?

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards, including:

• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Competitive 401(k) plan with company match
• Company-paid life insurance

Join a global organization that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, where your work directly impacts customer success.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Flint Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.