Dark Room Technician

Dark Room Tech

This Dark Room Tech position is based on site in Glenwood, IL and supports production operations in a controlled darkroom environment. The role focuses on machine operation and film processing, including handling sensitive materials and monitoring specialized equipment. The Dark Room Tech will work a full-time schedule from Monday to Friday, 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., within a temporary contract that may offer the opportunity for permanent employment. The position requires careful adherence to established procedures, consistent attention to detail, and the ability to maintain equipment used in film processing and related machine operations.

Benefits

• Varied job activities providing exposure to multiple tasks and responsibilities during scheduled working hours.

What You Will Do?

• Operate darkroom film processing machines according to defined procedures and production requirements for each assigned shift.

• Handle film and related materials in a controlled darkroom environment while maintaining proper labeling, organization, and tracking documentation.

• Monitor equipment performance during film processing operations and report irregularities or malfunctions promptly to the appropriate supervisor.

• Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance on darkroom equipment and machinery to support consistent processing quality and uptime.

• Follow all safety, quality, and handling standards within the darkroom to reduce errors, protect materials, and maintain a safe workplace.

Your Skills

• Demonstrated experience with film processing, including operating machines that handle light-sensitive materials in a darkroom environment.

• Ability to perform basic equipment maintenance tasks to keep machines in working order and reduce avoidable downtime.

• Strong attention to detail when handling film, labeling materials, and documenting processing steps to avoid quality issues.

• Proficiency in English sufficient to read instructions, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly with supervisors and coworkers.

• Ability to apply English language skills in both written and spoken form during routine work tasks and documentation activities.

Interested?

Candidates who meet the requirements and are interested in this Dark Room Tech position in Glenwood, IL are encouraged to submit their application through the designated recruitment channel. Please ensure that your application clearly outlines your graduation-level education and your experience with machine operation and film processing activities. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for further screening, which can include interviews and verification of prior work experience. Additional details regarding the temporary contract, potential transition to permanent employment, and work schedule expectations will be discussed during the recruitment process and subsequent communication steps.

Pay Details: $18.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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