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Ink Technician

Rotating 12 hour shift pattern Mon- Friday on days and nights

07:00 – 19:00 and 19:00 – 07:00

£14.37 to £15.73per hour depending on experience.

Overview

Aqumen Recruitment are proud to be recruiting on behalf of our manufacturing client for an experienced and reliable Ink Technician. This role is key to ensuring accurate colour production, smooth workflow on press, and the highest standards of quality and safety across the site.

You will be responsible for preparing inks using GSE dispensing systems and X‑Rite colour management tools, ensuring all products meet customer specifications and pass quality assurance checks. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role that requires accuracy, initiative, and a strong commitment to Health & Safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare inks using GSE dispenser and X‑Rite colour management tools in line with production plans
• Use and manage press return inks
• Unload ink deliveries and store materials safely within the locked compound
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards within the ink store
• Work independently and manage a physical workload effectively
• Troubleshoot ink‑related issues on the printing press
• Deliver inks to press and return unused materials to the ink store
• Maintain the dispensing system and safely handle 200kg barrels and 20kg pails using appropriate equipment

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Follow all workplace safety protocols and procedures
• Identify and report potential hazards promptly
• Support accurate reporting of incidents, near‑misses, and injuries
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe working environment

Skills, Attributes & Requirements

• Flexible and able to work to meet business needs
• Willingness to work overtime to cover holidays and sickness
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
• Computer literate
• Experience with GSE or equivalent systems (preferred)
• Must pass an Ishihara colour vision test
• A reasonable level of physical fitness (lifting, bending, handling materials)
• Consistent punctuality and professional conduct

If you’re a proactive individual with strong attention to detail and experience in ink preparation or colour management, we’d love to hear from you.

Aqumen Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Contact information

Sophie Biltcliffe