Gelpac · 19 hours ago
Ink Room Technician
Forest City, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelProAmpac is a global leader in packaging driven by purpose, integrity, intensity, and innovation. They are seeking an Ink Room Technician to maintain a clean work environment, prepare ink formulations, and manage inventory levels while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
ManufacturingLogisticsPackaging Services
Responsibilities
Maintain a clean and safe work environment, sweeping and mopping as necessary to remove spills, while complying with all company safety policies
Use spectrophotometer (color computer) to prepare ink formulations and weigh out 100 gram samples. Using the proper tools, rollout a sample of the color and adjust as necessary to achieve proper color. Catalog and file samples
Prepare batches of ink (25 to 2000 lbs) for production runs using formulations, adjusting the batch as necessary to achieve the proper shade and hue, at a printable viscosity and PH level. Operate the ink dispenser and mixers; strains batches and labels products
Deliver inks to the press area, inventory returns of inks from completed print runs, using carts or barrel lifters
Maintain an inventory of ink additives and chemicals, and reorder as necessary to maintain proper inventory levels
Maintain a perpetual inventory of base inks and orders and receives additional materials to keep that balanced
Perform a monthly inventory of returned ink and work to keep that inventory at a minimum
As needed, operate the Beckart Pretreatment equipment and prepare batches of wastewater to be pretreated and filtered prior to discharge to the sewer system. Add chemicals, agitate and mix, verify the PH levels. Dump and clean filters and transport waste to the designated disposal area
Mount printing plates, as needed
Qualification
Required
Ability to work independently and confidently in a fast-paced environment—someone who takes initiative and manages their own workflow effectively
Skilled in troubleshooting and problem-solving, with the ability to quickly assess issues and make sound decisions on the floor
Physically capable of standing, bending, walking, twisting, and lifting up to 50 lbs as part of daily work
Flexible team player willing to assist with additional tasks to support smooth plant operations
Candidates must be able to accurately distinguish colors necessary to perform essential job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation
Must be flexible for overtime, as overtime is mandatory during busy season
Must have a strong track record of good attendance
Benefits
Healthcare options that allow you to choose the level of care you need & a robust wellness program that is available to all employees.
401k with company match & a Roth IRA.
11 Paid Holidays Per Year.
Access to local in-person counseling services for a variety of needs.
Employees are eligible to receive assistance for qualifying financial hardships (www.peaf.org).
ProAmpac is a global leader in sustainable practices.
Company
Gelpac
Gelpac is a supplier of high performance packaging solutions had modest beginnings.
Founded in 1956
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-03-13Acquired
2021-09-22Secondary Market
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