Ink Matcher / Ink Technician

Job title : Ink Matcher / Ink Technician

Job Summary

• We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Ink Matcher / Ink Technician to join our production team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, formulating, and matching inks to customer specifications while ensuring color consistency, print quality, and production efficiency.
• The ideal candidate should possess hands-on experience in flexible packaging, gravure or flexographic printing environments and have a strong understanding of ink systems, color management, and quality control processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate, mix, and match inks according to customer requirements and production specifications.
• Ensure accurate color matching using approved standards, Pantone references, and customer samples.
• Monitor and adjust ink viscosity, density, and other technical parameters to achieve optimal print quality.
• Support printing operations by ensuring timely availability of inks for production.
• Conduct color verification and quality checks throughout the production process.
• Troubleshoot color inconsistencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed records of ink formulations, batch numbers, and color recipes.
• Manage ink inventory and ensure proper storage and handling of inks, solvents, and additives.
• Collaborate with Printing Operators, Production Supervisors, and Quality Control personnel to resolve production issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Minimize ink wastage and contribute to cost optimization initiatives.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing print quality and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• OND, HND, or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Printing Technology, or a related discipline.
• 3 – 5 years' experience as an Ink Matcher, Ink Technician, Colorist, or related role within a flexible packaging, printing, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with gravure and / or flexographic printing processes is required.
• Hands - on experience with solvent - based and water-based ink systems.
• Familiarity with flexible packaging substrates such as BOPP, PET, PE, CPP, and Foil materials.
• Strong knowledge of color theory, ink formulation, and color matching techniques.
• Excellent color vision and attention to detail.
• Ability to use color measurement and quality control tools.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.