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We are seeking a highly skilled Ink Technician to join our team at TC Transcontinental. As a key member of our packaging team, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and consistency of our solvent packaging inks.

• Verify conformance of all inks and specifications by performing various responsibilities, including blending, producing, and quality controlling of solvent packaging inks.
• Champion and foster a safe work environment by adhering to all safety and regulatory procedures, including LOTO, working at heights, confined space, hot work, training, recordkeeping, etc.
• Manage day-to-day operations to support a healthy and safe work environment, following all workplace regulations, policies, and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable PPE and Food Safety policies and procedures.
• Operate and maintain all equipment, including Ink Dispenser, K-Proofer, and Hand Rollers.
• Support maintenance department and perform preventive maintenance of equipment with assigned PM tasks.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of all technical information.
• Learn to troubleshoot at press side by recording and monitoring press run/downtime.
• Clearly communicate to other shifts and involved personnel the status of any job(s) being worked on during, before, or after your shift has ended.
• Follow staging procedures to store inks at the established staging area based on the daily press schedule.
• Identify press returns and follow the work-off program of materials to ensure low dormancy levels.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement projects.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience operating a printing press (Flexo, Stack, Litho, Gravure).
• 2+ years' experience operating Ink dispenser, X-Rite Exact Spectro, Lab Mixer, Kit Mixer (air driven), Hand Proofer, Lab and production scales.
• Basic knowledge of different ink types.
• Must pass color blindness test.
• Mathematical skills.
• Ability to read a measuring tape.
• Ability to read, write, and understand simple and concise instructions or information.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of solvent ink formulations, Flexographic printing, and laminating processes.
• Computer literate: demonstrates computer proficiency and comfort with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software necessary for day-to-day operations.
• Ability to interpret work order and Print Master.
• Possess visual acuity to sufficiently identify product non-conformances, including basic colors and shades.

TC Transcontinental is a leader in flexible packaging in North America and Canada's largest printer. We are a values-driven organization focused on innovation and developing flexible packaging that supports our vision for a circular economy where plastic never becomes waste.

We offer a competitive compensation package, 401K plan, and flexible benefits that are customizable to you and your family's needs. We are committed to making impressions that count and creating a dynamic and highly motivating work environment where you can develop your potential and launch an exciting career.