The Colortrol Coordinator plays a crucial role in managing color quality control and standardization processes within the Converting plant. This position is responsible for maintaining color accuracy, efficiency in ink management, and coordination between press operations and ink room activities. The role requires technical expertise in color management systems, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across multiple departments to ensure optimal print quality and operational efficiency.
Pay: $22.83 - $34.26 per hour depending on experience
Schedule: 8 hour - Monday - Friday days
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life – after 30 days of employment
401K with company match
Hourly Bonus Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Annual reviews with a potential for a pay rate increase
Up to $120 for steel toed shoes
Up to $135 for uniforms
Up to $125 for prescription safety glasses
Overtime
Key Responsibilities:
Create, maintain, and organize color control systems including Colortrols, standards, and print samples while managing the ink formula database and resolving formula issues
Maintain and calibrate X-Rite/Color Management equipment and databases, ensuring all systems are current and properly functioning
Coordinate and ensure correlation between Ink Room and Press anilox rolls, including maintenance of cleaning procedures and servicing protocols
Assist and Monitor implementation and monitoring of Color Standardization Projects while facilitating Press, Ink, and Graphic approvals
Process customer drawdown requests and maintain proper documentation while ensuring substrate availability for quality control processes
Participate in continuous improvement projects and other improvement teams as directed
Work collaboratively with Graphics Department to resolve workflow inefficiencies and improve post-work processes
Support Press Department in reducing changeover times and optimizing operational efficiency
Participate in work-off reduction efforts and lean processing initiatives
Serve as backup for Ink Supervisor position while maintaining regular departmental responsibilities
Other duties as defined
Education& Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience with color measurement equipment a plus
Color management experience or certification a plus
Printing industry experience preferred
Required Skills:
Strong color management expertise
Understanding of color theory and management
Knowledge of printing processes and materials
Familiarity with quality control procedures
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles
Technical knowledge of ink formulation
Advanced computer proficiency
Strong written and verbal communication
Technical problem-solving
Data management and analysis
Project coordination
Team collaboration
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & TRAVEL:
Physical Demands: The associate will be exposed to the manufacturing environment where hazards and requirements may include but are not limited to:
Capability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
Visual acuity for detailed work
Color vision discrimination
Ability to climb, kneel, bend, stoop and reach
Manual dexterity for machine operation
Ability to climb ladders safely
Capacity to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to wear required PPE (hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, safety glasses)
WORK CONDITIONS:
The majority of tasks will be performed in a manufacturing setting with exposure to:
Noise levels above 80 dB
Operation of complex machinery
Solvents, fumes and inks
Variable Temperatures
Must be able to work flexible shifts
May require nights, weekends, and holidays.
Internal Candidates:
Last performance review must have been "Performer" or better.
No disciplinary actions beyond a verbal within the past 120 days
Must have been in current position for at least 120 days
Printpack is proudly an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Embracing diversity enhances our work culture and is vital to our success. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, genetic information, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, marital status, military or veteran status or affiliation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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Printpack is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Embracing diversity not only enhances our work culture – it is vital to our success.
