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Job Title: In-Plant Flexo Ink ManagerSalary: Negotiable / DOELocation: NorthamptonshireReference: GYJ79286Contact: Telephone: 0141 647 6688Categories: , , , , , , , , Hours: 8am-4pm, 37.5 hour week.Amongst other pressroom products, our renowned Client specialises in the manufacture and supply of printing and packaging inks.The successful candidate will be based with their prestigious Customer, a high quality, multi sited packaging company at their site in Northamptonshire.The position requires Teamwork in addition to supervisory experience and applications are open to Flexo Printers who have the relevant ‘hands on’ experience – please note the post holder must have at least 2 years’ experience of working either in an Ink manufacturing / supply environment – or with a Flexo Printed Packaging Company.In addition to a CV, Printers are quested to provide information on their relevant experience in a cover note in support of their application, e.g., ability to update & maintain X-rite (iQC) with existing & new colour standards etc.Capabilities, Skills & Experience required:Must have good colour vision & an eye for detailThe post holder must have 2 years’ experience of working in an Ink or print based environmentMust have excellent communication skills and be capable of performing their daily duties without direct supervisionMust be able to work under pressure and demonstrate value activity to the customerIT skills are essential as are good problem solving skillsMust be methodical and tidy in their workMust hold a full driving licenseKey Responsibilities.Provide on-site support to customer through the following:Dispense ink in line with the daily production plan(s)The physical ability to move product to & from machine(s).Book back press returns into the dispense management systemPlace press returns in clearly marked locationsRe-work press returns where possibleCluster press returns into common running coloursPlace a weekly material order using the order form providedFile all delivery notes for month end consignment stock countBook new deliveries into the dispense management systemReplenish material stocks on dispense management systemArrange uplift of any empty containers or waste ink, ensuring containers are safely palletised and lids are secured.Support ink blender and ink production through the following:Observe all customer & Company H&S rules and policesEnsure ink area complies with customers hygiene accreditationMaintain dispensing equipment & working area with good housekeeping techniquesProvide on-site technical support to customer through the following:Attending daily production & any ‘pre-flight’ meetingsSupporting press trials &/or customer trialsProvide customer with colour matchings, (hand drawn-downs & digital) within the agreed time frameUpdate & maintain digital colour database & recipes within the dispense management systemUpdate & maintain X-rite (iQC) with existing & new colour standards.Support on-site colour corrections & basic trouble shooting on pressSupport on-site training to the Ink blenderSupport ink management and ink production through the following:Produce monthly KPI report based on customers consumption dataMaintain colour measurement equipment.Capture any ‘NCR’ issues & action accordingly.**All applications in strictest confidence.**CVs in MS Word format, (.doc / .docx)Share this job: