INK / PRINT / CHEMICAL BACKGROUND PREFERABLE
In-House Operative - Day Shift
Monday-Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Location - Newport
Role Purpose
To provide on-site ink production support to the customer while maintaining high standards of health & safety, hygiene, quality, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Ink Production & Operational Support
Observe all customer and Flint Group Health & Safety rules and policies
Ensure the ink area complies with customer hygiene accreditation standards
Maintain dispensing equipment and working areas using good housekeeping practices
Dispense ink in line with daily production plans
Re-work or remix press returns where possible
Move products to and from holding bays
Clear press returns from the production floor
Book press returns into the dispense management system
Store press returns in clearly marked locations
Maintain agreed levels of "common runner" inks in the Ink Kitchen
Wash ink buckets as required Additional Responsibilities
(After full training - approximately 6-12 months)
Place weekly material orders using the online portal (Webshop) and order forms
File delivery notes for month-end consignment stock counts
Replenish material stocks and update batch numbers in the dispense management system
Maintain and update ink recipe files
Assist with unloading ink deliveries during normal working hours
Arrange collection of empty containers or waste ink, ensuring:
Containers are safely palletised
Clamps are secured with cable ties
Lids are tightly fastened Second Year Development Responsibilities
(During the second year of training)
Provide on-site technical support to the customer
Support press trials and customer trials
Produce colour matchings (hand draw-downs) within agreed timeframes
Assist with on-press colour corrections and basic troubleshooting
Prepare monthly KPI reports based on customer consumption data
Record and manage non-conforming issues on press, ensuring appropriate corrective action Skills & Experience
Good colour vision and strong attention to detail
Experience in an ink, printing, or packaging environment preferred
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently without direct supervision
Capable of working under pressure while delivering value to the customer
Strong IT and problem-solving skills
Must be methodical, organised, and maintain a tidy work environment