Ink Matcher

Key Responsibilities

• Color Matching & Preparation
• Mix inks to achieve exact color shades as per Pantone, shade card, or customer sample.
• Conduct shade matching under standard light conditions
• Adjust viscosity, strength, and density of ink to suit printing machine requirements.
• Ink Management
• Maintain proper stock of base inks, additives, and solvents.
• Label, record, and store prepared inks systematically for traceability.
• Ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal of inks/chemicals as per safety norms.
• Quality Assurance
• Test ink shades before supplying to machine for trial/production.
• Maintain consistency in ink quality throughout the production run.
• Work with QC team to resolve shade variation issues during printing.
• Coordination
• Coordinate with production supervisors, operators, and designers for color accuracy.
• Provide shade samples for customer approval when required.
• Report ink-related issues to Production/Quality Head.
• Record Keeping
• Maintain ink formulation records for repeat orders.
• Update Ink Kitchen database with formulation, usage, and wastage reports.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Pantone Matching System (PMS) and color theory.
• Practical experience in ink mixing for offset, flexo, gravure, or screen printing.
• Ability to use spectrophotometer / densitometer for accurate shade matching.
• Attention to detail with excellent color vision (no color blindness).
• Basic knowledge of ink chemistry (solvent-based, water-based, UV inks).
• Good coordination and communication skills with production staff.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Commuter assistance
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person