Ink Technician

Description

As an Ink Technician with Liberty Packaging, you will contribute to the growth of our business by beinga key player in safely producing quality corrugated products for our customers. In this role, you will work independently and with others. You will support machine operators in maximizing machine efficiency by preparing and mixing accurate ink formulations to produce high-quality printed packaging materials. This position plays a critical role in ensuring precise color matching, quality, and consistency throughout the production process.

This full-time position reports directly to a Production Supervisor and is located at our Poway, California, manufacturing facility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to all company safety procedures, quality standards, and environmental compliance in handling of inks and chemicals.
• Mix inks to match color specifications and stage at the machines.
• Adjust formulations to achieve consistent color quality and meet production standards and schedule.
• Conduct quality checks on ink batches to ensure adherence to color and performance standards. Color-match at press side as needed.
• Record and maintain detailed documentation of ink formulations and adjustments.
• Use of ink rollers and spectrophotometer.
• Place orders for the various ink bases; manage and maintain ink room inventory; and forecast ink demand.
• Make recommendations to maximize cost savings, quality, and service goals. Report any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• Request new color swatches from ink vendor.
• Keep ink room clean, and maintain ink pumps, mixers, and other equipment to ensure efficiency.
• Other duties, as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• High School diploma orGEDequivalentfrom an accredited institutionor 1+ years of manufacturingor comparableexperience inplaceof education.
• Strong attention to detail, especially with color matching and quality control.
• Mechanical aptitude for working with ink-related equipment
• Previous experienceapplyingbasic mathskills(such asaddition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) to calculate ink formulas and measurements.
• Previous experience reading,following,and/orcompleting detailed work instructions.
• Proficient in communication skills and computer skills.
• Must be available to work overtime, weekends, and holidaysas required.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Experience in an ink room or printing environment is preferred.
• Experience within the corrugated industry.
• Experience withoperational excellence orcontinuous improvement programs - Lean 6 Sigma, Kaizen Events.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting pay rate for this position is $18.50 per hour. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to bend and stoop for 7+ hours per shift
• Must be able to stand for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to walk for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to reach and grasp up to 6+ hours per shift

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota,Liberty Diversified International (LDI)is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.

Since 1918, our values - Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence - have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and solutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includesLiberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom SolutionsandQuarrix Building Products) and Safco.

Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.