Ink Technician
Leeds | Rotating Days & Nights | £14.37 - £15.73 per hour + Excellent Benefits
Major Recruitment are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a long-established and highly respected packaging manufacturer based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business with modern production facilities, strong investment in people and technology, and genuine long-term career prospects.
About the Company:
Our client is a leading UK manufacturer of innovative flexible packaging solutions, supplying major UK and European brands across the food, homecare, and consumer goods sectors. Their product range includes printed packaging, pouches, bags, films, and laminated products, all produced within a state-of-the-art manufacturing environment focused on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
What's on Offer:
Competitive hourly rate: £14.37 - £15.73 per hour (depending on experience)
Average 40 hours per week
Rotating continental shift pattern:
2 weeks working 3 shifts
1 week working 4 shifts
Shift times:
07:00 - 19:00
19:00 - 07:00
Monday to Friday rotating days and nights
On-site canteen facilities
Company pension scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Health & wellbeing programme
Company sick pay
Staff store discounts
Genuine opportunities for progression and development
The Role - Ink Technician:
As an Ink Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the printing operation by preparing and managing inks to precise customer and production specifications. Working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you will use specialist colour management and dispensing systems to ensure consistent quality, minimise waste, and maintain efficient production flow.
This is a hands-on role requiring excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a wider production team.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare inks using GSE dispensing systems and X-Rite colour management tools
Produce accurate colour matches in line with production schedules and customer specifications
Manage and reuse press return inks efficiently
Troubleshoot ink-related issues on printing presses
Deliver inks to production presses and return unused stock to the ink store
Unload ink deliveries and safely store materials within the designated compound
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards within the ink store area
Carry out routine maintenance of dispensing systems
Safely handle 200kg barrels and 20kg pails using appropriate equipment and handling tools
Work in line with strict Health & Safety and quality standards at all times
Health, Safety & Quality:
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Follow all workplace safety procedures and company policies
Identify and report hazards, accidents, near-misses, or unsafe practices
Maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping
Ensure products consistently meet quality assurance standards and KPI targets
Support a positive, respectful, and inclusive working environment
Skills & Experience Required:
Previous experience in an Ink Technician, Ink Mixing, or similar manufacturing role
Experience using GSE systems or equivalent colour dispensing equipment preferred
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately
Good communication and teamwork skills
Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Basic computer literacy
Flexible approach to working hours and overtime when required
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Reasonable level of physical fitness due to lifting, bending, and manual handling requirements
Please note: this role is subject to an Ishihara colour vision test
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to join a stable and growing manufacturer with an excellent reputation in the packaging industry. The company offers long-term career prospects, supportive training, and a modern working environment where employee wellbeing and development are genuinely valued.
How to Apply
Sound like the perfect fit? We'd love to see your CV. Please send us your up-to-date CV highlighting your relevant experience. If you're shortlisted, we'll be in touch within 2 working days.
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