Q682
Located in Arlington, TX
Pay: $20/$23HR
Job Full Description
Ink Technician- DIRECT HIRE POSITIONS
Direct $20-$23/hr.
Ink Technician Position - 1 per each below
• Day Shift: M-F, 5:00 am – 1:30 pm
• Night Shift: M-F, 5:00 pm – 1:30 am
Key Responsibilities:
• Mix, measure, and adjust water-based ink formulations to meet color standards and job specifications.
• Maintain viscosity, pH, and temperature ranges appropriate for flexographic performance.
• Conduct drawdowns and perform color quality checks before releasing ink to press.
• Match colors to customer proofs or Pantone references using densitometers or spectrophotometers.
• Maintain documentation for all ink batches, including mix formulas and QC results.
• Work closely with press operators to ensure proper on-press performance and adjustments.
• Manage ink inventory: track usage, reorder levels, and batch numbers.
• Recycle and reuse ink when possible to reduce waste and manage costs.
• Ensure accurate labeling and storage of all ink containers according to safety and company standards.
• Support press crews with ink-related issues during makeready and production.
• Coordinate with the art department, production planning, and vendors for color clarification and approvals.
• Assist with special projects including trials, customer samples, or new ink
• Follow all company and regulatory safety guidelines for handling and storing chemicals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant ink room.
Desired Qualifications/Experience:
• 2+ years in a flexographic or similar printing environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of water-based inks and their application in narrow web flexo.
Arlington (Dallas Metro), TX
1587
3701 South Cooper Street
Suite 233
Arlington, TX 76015
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