About This Role
Overseeing ink production operations and ensuring consistent quality, efficiency, and timely delivery of production requirements is the core of this role. The position suits an experienced, technically competent, and results-oriented individual.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily ink production operations and ensure production targets are achieved
- Supervise ink formulation, mixing, blending, and colour matching processes
- Ensure ink quality, consistency, and compatibility with printing materials and machines
- Monitor raw materials, inventory levels, and ink usage to minimize waste
- Develop and implement production schedules to meet operational requirements
- Conduct quality checks and troubleshoot ink-related production issues
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures in the handling and storage of inks, solvents, and chemicals
- Supervise, train, and evaluate ink production personnel
- Maintain accurate production records, quality reports, and inventory documentation
- Coordinate with printing, quality control, procurement, and other production teams
- Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize material wastage
- Ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of ink production equipment
- Enforce workplace safety standards and applicable environmental regulations
Requirements
- A minimum of an HND in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field
- A minimum of 4 years' relevant experience in ink production, preferably in flexible packaging, printing, or a related manufacturing environment
- Practical knowledge of ink formulation, colour matching, viscosity control, and quality testing
- Strong understanding of production planning, inventory management, and quality assurance
- Experience supervising production teams and managing production targets
- Good problem-solving, analytical, communication, and leadership skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production documentation
- Knowledge of chemical handling, workplace safety, and environmental compliance
- Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines
Nice to have:
- Experience with solvent-based inks and printing technologies used in flexible packaging
Important Details
About the Company
Our client is a leading flexible packaging manufacturer.