Ink Blender

About the role

Join Amcor as an Ink Blender and play a key role in producing high-quality inks that meet customer specifications. In this role, you'll estimate, mix, and color-match inks, maintain accurate records, and provide support to the Press Department using X-Rite color management technology.

What You Will Do

• Monitor press schedules and estimate ink requirements
• Weigh, mix, and color-match inks to specifications
• Manage and utilize existing ink inventory
• Screen and rework returned ink when appropriate
• Support press operators with color matching as needed
• Enter and maintain color standards and formulas in X-Rite software
• Document ink data and update existing formulas
• Develop new color formulations as needed
• Provide drawdowns and color samples to Customer Service
• Calibrate and maintain X-Rite equipment
• Tag, store, and organize fresh and returned inks
• Repack drum ink into pails as needed
• Participate in team initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
• Cross-train in other departments and equipment as needed
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing and Prerequisite Program requirements to ensure safe food packaging
• Awareness of and adherence to all Corporate and Site Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures, including Food Safety
• Comply with all 5S, Cleaning, Lubrication, Inspection & Tightening (CILT) requirements

Required Qualifications

• Ability to learn and understand color theory
• Strong computer and basic software skills
• Solid math and problem-solving abilities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and procedures
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred, but not required
• Experience using Novaflow software

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50-60 lbs. as needed
• Ability to stand and walk for 12-hour shifts
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting
• Frequent use of hands and wrists
• Frequent stepping on and off platforms
• Occasional extended reaching away from the body
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment

Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Pay

• $25-$29 per hour, based on experience
• 1.5x pay for all Sunday hours worked
• 1.5x pay for Overtime
• $1.20/hour night shift premium

Schedule

2-2-3 nights (7:00pm-7:00am)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 8%
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Paid training and cross-training opportunities