Inplant Ink Technician (Metal decorating ink)

Company Description

In a world of vibrant color, INX stands out by blending art, science, and sustainability into every drop of ink we make.  We’re globally recognized for our innovation, and we’re A Great Place to Work-Certified™ company!

INX International is the third largest producer of inks in North America with full-service subsidiaries in Europe and South America. We offer a complete line of ink and coating solutions technology for commercial, packaging and digital applications. We expertly blend pioneering technology with a deep commitment to the environment. Dedicated to coloring a safe and sustainable future one print at a time, you can see our color chemistry on beverage cans, food and household packaging, clothing, banners, billboards and more. 

Investing in and protecting our employees is the key to our success.  Our average employee has been with us 12 years, and we recognize the significant experience and the continuous dedication of our team members. 

We’re actively seeking new talent with new ideas as we continue to provide sustainable products, service and innovation to the printing and packaging markets.

Join us in coloring a safe and sustainable future!

Job Description

We are seeking an Inplant Ink Technician to work at our customer's site.  The technician will serve as a liaison between INX and the customer and will be responsible for maintaining INX's on-site ink room. As an Inplant Tech you will be responsible for:

• Maintaining INX's excellent relationship with the customer
• Reviewing scheduling and coordinating jobs with customer
• Being available for service call-ins as needed
• Performing technical service, color matching, ink production and dispensing ink
• Evaluating production requirements based on customer schedule changes
• Controlling Work-off
• Inventory management and monthly consignment counts 
• Performing job estimates
• Providing press-side technical support
• Completing monthly reports
• Performing Quality Control tests on incoming and site-manufactured batches 
• Following all safety requirements
• Data entry accuracy
• Manufacturing batches under 100 pounds

Qualifications

To perform your job as expected, you will be required to:

• Have a High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent
• Be able to match colors effectively and pass a color vision test
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills
• Effectively communicate with peers and customers
• Have excellent written, reading comprehension and math skills
• Demonstrate proficient with Microsoft Suite programs and other computer skills
• Have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently
• Have good organization skills
• 2 to 5 years of work related experience

In addition to these qualifications, we will consider as a plus if you have:

• Spectrophotometer knowledge & experience helpful
• Technically qualified to service Offset Sheetfed products
• Familiar with X-Rite IQC
• Flexible packaging knowledge
• Flexographic printing knowledge
• Solvent ink knowledge
• Previous lab, inplant, and warehouse experience
• SAP Knowledge
• Inplant pressroom experience
• College degree

Additional Information

We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, long-term care, 401(k), and more. Through our programs, which now include Paid Volunteer Time Off and Paid Parental Leave, we support the needs of our employees, their dependents, and their communities by providing a benefit package that is easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all our employees.

Don’t just choose a job; choose a career that emphasizes employee growth in a safe, environmentally conscious culture.   Embark on your Colorful Career with us!

We require post-offer, pre-employment drug screens, physicals, and background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran.