Ink Technician

Printpack's manufacturing plant in Elgin, IL is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Ink Technician. The Ink Technician is responsible for the preparation of inks, including color matches, and other liquid raw materials in a timely manner for production use and controlling the storage and disposal of hazardous waste generated in the process and ensuring safe storage of flammable materials. This position is for 3rd Shift (11pm-7am, Sun - Thu).

Additional $2.50/hr premium for NIGHT Shift only between the hours of 7pm-7am. Any hours worked outside of 7pm-7am will not receive the premium.

Essential job function:

• Making fine judgement about color/matching or blending colors

• Ability to make decisions under time pressure, with or without consulting others

• Gathering information from/using instruments, including weighing items and entering information into the computer

• Performing math computations; i.e. applying formulas to calculate percentages, etc.

• Accurately counting; ability to use a calculator accurately

• Checking product quality, checking work completed to standard, checking correct material available

• Handling information ; following instructions

• Information / Reporting

• Performing physical tasks, moving drums into and out of storage, mixing inks.

Minimum requirements:

• Previous ink technician experience

• Adequate visual color discrimination (hue color test)

• Ability to learn and use PRISM, SPEC, X-RITE and data entry software accurately

• Ability to understand and successfully complete the entry level X-RITE training

Printpack is proudly an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Embracing diversity enhances our work culture and is vital to our success. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, genetic information, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, marital status, military or veteran status or affiliation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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