Job Description

Job Title: Ink Technician
Location: Arden Hills, MN

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

Key Responsibilities

• Operate within the Flint TPS Ink Management system to provide blended inks tailored to customer processes

• Weigh, blend, and deliver press-ready inks efficiently to customer equipment while adhering to quality standards

• Perform precise color matching and ink formulation according to customer production schedules

• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation, including records of color matches, ink adjustments, consignment returns, and customer complaints as directed by the supervisor

• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized workspace to support a safe and efficient work environment

• Adhere to all required personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines

• Execute additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

Decision-Making Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality of the product delivered to customers by verifying conformance to specifications

• Select appropriate raw materials and assess the suitability of finished ink matches for new color formulations

• Evaluate the suitability of returning ink for recycling processes

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in chemistry or a related field is preferred

• Experience in ink formulation, blending, or a related field is a plus but not required

• 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

• Leadership skills

• Press toning experience

• Flexo printing experience

• Color formulation

• Color matching experience

• Must live within 40 miles of the working site

Physical Requirements

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

• Comfortable working with chemicals in a production environment

• Comfortable working 12-hour rotating shifts

Skills and Certifications

• Experience toning inks

• Flexo printing experience

• Color formulation and matching experience

• Experience working with water-based inks