Press-Ready Ink Technician

Flint Group; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Disability benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

Flint Group in San Leandro, California, is seeking an Ink Technician to safely prepare and supply press-ready inks, supporting production and customer performance while following safety policies and Flint Group standards. The role involves weighing, blending, quality checks with color control using X-Rite, ink inventory management, and collaboration with press operations.

A high school diploma is required; prior experience in printing or ink manufacturing is preferred, with strong attention to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety policies and use PPE.
• Maintain a clean workspace using Lean and 5S.
• Prepare, weigh, blend, and deliver press-ready inks for production.
• Perform color checks using X-Rite or similar equipment.
• Support press operations with ink adjustments as needed.
• Maintain production, quality, and downtime records.
• Assist with job scheduling and ink estimations.
• Manage ink inventory levels and minimize excess.
• Follow work-off ink processes to reduce waste.

Skills

Attention to detail

Color accuracy

Problem solving

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Documentation skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Flint Group in San Leandro, California, is seeking an Ink Technician to safely prepare and supply press-ready inks, supporting production and customer performance while following safety policies and Flint Group standards. The role involves weighing, blending, quality checks with color control using X-Rite, ink inventory management, and collaboration with press operations.

A high school diploma is required; prior experience in printing or ink manufacturing is preferred, with strong attention to