Mill Operator

7 days ago


West Chicago, Illinois, United States INX International Ink Co. Full time
Mill Operator Job Description
In a world of vibrant color, INX International Ink Co. stands out by blending art, science, and sustainability into every drop of ink we make. We're globally recognized for our innovation, and we're A Great Place to Work-CertifiedTM company.
We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, long-term care, 401(k), and more. Through our programs, which now include Paid Volunteer Time Off and Paid Parental Leave, we support the needs of our employees, their dependents, and their communities by providing a benefit package that is easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all our employees. The estimated annual salary for this role is around $60,000 based on market data in the United States.

About the Job
We are seeking a highly skilled 3rd shift Mill Operator to work with us. As an Ink Maker/Ink Tech you will be responsible for:
- Following batch instructions to weight batches, charge and mix inks
- Understanding proper mixing procedures and raw materials
- Monitoring temperature and mix speeds and adjust as needed
- Following procedures for milling inks, adjusting pump speeds and mill rates
- Following procedures to filter, package and label inks
- Making QC adjustments as instructed
- Weighting quantities of raw materials for use in manufacturing of high-quality printing ink
- Operating one or more mixers in a safe and efficient manner to mix raw materials for manufacturing of high-quality printing ink
- Packaging finished product
- Operating a forklift
The successful candidate will have a High school diploma or (GED) desired; or 1-3 months related experience. Possess good math and basic computer skills, attention to detail, reliability to work assigned shift, flexibility to work overtime as required, ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as required. Previous experience within the Ink Industry, Mill, and Pump filter industry background, two or more years of related manufacturing experience, strong Autonomous Maintenance (AM) background, and forklift experience are considered a plus.

Key Responsibilities
• Tend mills in a safe and efficient manner to grind the raw materials for manufacturing of high-quality printing ink
• Follow batch instructions to weight batches, charge and mix inks
• Understand proper mixing procedures and raw materials
• Monitor temperature and mix speeds and adjust as needed
• Follow procedures for milling inks, adjusting pump speeds and mill rates
• Filter, package and label inks according to procedure
• Make QC adjustments as instructed
• Weight quantities of raw materials for use in manufacturing of high-quality printing ink
• Operate one or more mixers in a safe and efficient manner to mix raw materials for manufacturing of high-quality printing ink
• Package finished product
• Operate a forklift

Benefits and Compensation
Our competitive salary is approximately $60,000 per year, but may vary based on location and experience. In addition to the base salary, we also offer a range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, long-term care, 401(k), and more. Our employee benefits program is designed to support your well-being and provide peace of mind throughout your career with us.
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