Printing Ink Technician

$35,360 - $45,760/Yr

Wikoff Color Corporation - Savage, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Savage, MD

11-50 employees

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Printing Ink Technician at Wikoff Color Corp is responsible for the manufacturing of ink batches, including weighing, operating production equipment, and ensuring quality control. This role emphasizes teamwork and customer satisfaction, contributing to the company's commitment to high-quality, tailor-made inks for the printing industry.

Responsibilities

• Ink batch manufacturing
• Ink batch weigh-ups
• Operation of production equipment
• Ability to follow batch instructions
• Proper use and handling of weigh scales
• Keeping plant production area orderly and clean
• Quality control and inspection of equipment, raw materials, in-process and finished goods
• Documentation control
• Corrective and preventative action
• Maintain traceability records on batch tickets

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Pulmonary Function Testing
• HAZMAT/HAZCOM/HAZWOPER/HAZWASTE training (will train and certify)
• Good eye for color beneficial
• Forklift operator certification (will train and certify)
• Proficiency in writing and mathematics
• Ability to complete any required paperwork accurately and legibly
• Basic computer skills; knowledge of MSOffice a benefit
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Physically able to perform the work required, including repetitive lifting of up to 55lbs and occasional pushing/pulling up to 2000lbs on castors
• A strong work ethic that demonstrates care for product quality and service
• Ability to work flexible shifts
• Available to work overtime when required

Nice-to-haves

• Manufacturing experience (1 year preferred)

Benefits

• Profit sharing
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan