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Ink Technician

Veracity

San Leandro, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Color Printing, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Continuous Improvement, Customer/Client Research, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Graphic Design, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Manufacturing Operations, Organizational Skills, Printing, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Recycling, Safety/Work Safety, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
San Leandro, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
Position Title: Ink Technician
Location: San Leandro, California, United States
Seniority Level: Associate
We are seeking an Ink Technician to join our manufacturing operations team in Cleveland, TN. This is a hands-on,in-plant position responsible for blending, matching, and preparing water-based inks that meet customer specifications. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in ink formulation, color matching, and flexographic printing, with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and precision.
Note: This is not a Graphic Design position.
Shift: Candidates must be open to day, night, weekend, and rotating shifts.
Benefits: Competitive compensation + Full benefits available from Day 1.
Key Responsibilities
  • Weigh, blend, and deliver press-ready inks to production equipment while maintaining quality standards.
  • Perform accurate color formulation and color matching to meet customer specifications.
  • Maintain documentation of color matches, ink adjustments, consignment returns, and customer feedback.
  • Evaluate returned inks for re-use or recycling.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace, complying with all PPE and safety protocols.
  • Collaborate with production staff to ensure inks meet schedule and performance targets.
  • Support continuous improvement in ink quality and production efficiency.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Decision-Making Responsibilities
  • Verify that inks meet color and quality standards prior to production.
  • Select appropriate raw materials for ink formulation.
  • Determine the suitability of recycled or returned inks for reuse.
Required Qualifications
  • Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience with water-based ink mixing and color matching (must be reflected in the resume).
  • High School Diploma or equivalent (some college or chemistry coursework preferred).
  • Experience with press toning, flexographic printing, color formulation, and color matching.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
  • Excellent communication skills and teamwork ability.
  • Willingness to work in a 12-hour rotating shift environment.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
  • Willingness to undergo drug screening, physical, and background check if offered employment.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience in a manufacturing or production setting.
  • Knowledge of ink blending equipment and basic chemical handling.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently after training.
  • Strong work ethic and goal-oriented mindset - opportunities for career growth and promotion available.
Skills and Certifications

Experience Toning Inks
Flexo printing experience
Color formulation and matching experience
Experience working with water-based inks

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