Ink Technician

At CCL Tube we provide state-of-the-art packaging solutions in plastic tubes and innovative product labeling to some of the world's largest producers of consumer brands in personal care, cosmetics, & pharmaceutical products.

The Wilkes-Barre, PA facility has an immediate opening for Ink Technicians working 7am-7pm (3-4 days per week).

CCL offers 12- hr. shifts as we value things like:
• 50% Less commuting and work expense
• Work/life balance with extra days off
• Increased pay with 8 OT hrs. built into each pay period
• Flexible schedule for appointments or other services only available Mon-Fri
• Long weekends
• Better use of your vacation time

If you prefer having more days off each year to pursue your hobbies and spend more time with family and friends, a 12-hr shift can be a great fit!

PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND AND DRUG TESTING REQUIRED

Discover new challenges with an industry leader!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefit Conditions: Waiting period may apply

Benefits:

• 401(k),
• 401(k) matching,
• Dental insurance,
• Disability insurance,
• Employee assistance program,
• Employee discount,
• Flexible spending account,
• Health insurance,
• Health savings account,
• Life insurance,
• Paid time off,
• Retirement plan,
• Tuition reimbursement,
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay - Gain Share

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

The Ink Technician is responsible for timely and accurate mixing of inks and preparation of plates, screens, and printing supplies.by performing the following duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Mixing of inks per production specifications
• Prepare and expose printing plates for production use.
• Prepare and expose silk-screen frames for production use.
• Prepare all necessary forms, labels and paperwork needed for production job jackets.
• Complete weekly inventory of inks, plates and supplies and place orders to keep supplies in stock.
• Formulate new inks to submit for customer approval.
• Have inks ready/maintained for 24-hour uninterrupted production.
• Communicate closely with Supervisor so production has materials needed for oncoming shifts, i.e., nights/weekends.
• Perform preventative maintenance of ink/plate equipment.
• Prepare color standards/ranges to submit for customer approval.
• Reformulate and draw down inks to match color meeting customer specifications.
• Supply production lines with gloves, rags and printing supplies as needed.
• Inspect incoming inks and supplies.
• Communication with Production Scheduler and Customer Service Department to provide details of "common jobs" and jobs that are not "production ready".
• Maintains inventory of blended inks and plates.
• Must have color specifications established without ink-related issues through a thorough understanding of quality standards.
• Complies with all company personnel and safety policies and Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines.