Ink Technician – Flexible Packaging
Location: Leeds
Salary: £14.81 to £17.41 per hour, depending on experience
Shifts: 4 on, 4 off Continental Shifts (2 Days, 2 Nights, 4 Off)
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
We're recruiting for an experienced Ink Technician to join a well-established flexible packaging manufacturer in Leeds.
This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in ink mixing, colour matching or ink management within a printing environment, particularly flexographic printing.
You'll be joining a busy production environment, helping ensure accurate colour consistency, efficient ink preparation and the smooth running of printing presses.
Working Hours & Shifts
You'll work a 12-hour continental shift pattern consisting of:

- 2 day shifts
- 2 night shifts
- 4 days off

This is a rotating shift pattern that includes weekends.
Key Responsibilities

- Preparing and mixing inks to achieve accurate colour specifications using GSE dispensing systems and X-Rite colour management equipment.
- Colour matching and ensuring consistency throughout print production.
- Troubleshooting ink-related issues on printing presses.
- Managing returned inks and reusing them where appropriate.
- Supplying inks to presses and collecting returns.
- Maintaining ink dispensing equipment and keeping the ink store organised.
- Receiving and safely storing ink deliveries.
- Working closely with printers and production teams to maintain quality standards and minimise downtime.
- Following health and safety procedures when handling inks and materials.

What We're Looking For

- Previous experience as an Ink Technician, Ink Mixer or in a similar print production role.
- Experience within flexographic printing or flexible packaging would be particularly beneficial.
- Knowledge of ink dispensing systems such as GSE or equivalent.
- Experience using X-Rite colour management equipment would be advantageous.
- Good understanding of colour matching and ink-related print issues.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
- Comfortable working 12-hour continental shifts.
- A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to support the wider production team.

What's on Offer?

- £14.81 to £17.41 per hour, depending on experience.
- 4 on, 4 off continental shifts, giving you four consecutive days off.
- Permanent, full-time employment.
- Opportunity to join an established flexible packaging manufacturer.
- Varied, hands-on role within a busy print production environment.

If you're an experienced Ink Technician looking for a new opportunity in Leeds, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Taylor Higson for a confidential chat.