Position Summary

The Ink Manager is responsible for the Ink Department for a label manufacturing environment.

Supervisory

This position manages all employees of the department and is responsible for their performance management and hiring of the employees within that department.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assures ink color match meets customer requirements for all printed materials.

• Performs color matches including formulating and entering software database.

• Maintains ink and coatings inventory.

• Manages ink equipment function, machine calibration, and maintenance.

• Delegates work assignments to direct reports and sets performance goals and consistently holds employees accountable for meeting performance standards.

• Works with customers for job approvals.

• Monitors ink usage and inventory.

• Prepares appropriate monthly reports and maintains records as needed.

• Qualifies/verifies suppliers and incoming inks.

• Mixes and proofs formulas and ensures database storage of all ink recipes

• Proactively manage departmental metrics that impact cost.

• Conducts on-time performance reviews of direct reports.

• Plans and schedules staffing to meet workload requirements and productivity standards.

• Creates color standards.

• Trains or ensures training is conducted in Safety, GMPs, Quality systems rules and procedures.

• Makes sound operational decisions, embracing continuous improvement and implementing cost saving measures when applicable.

• Leads anilox scope program inspecting and validating incoming tooling.

• Assures accurate measurement of anilox ink film thickness and relates to color matching.

• Maintains database and examines tooling (anilox) to monitor wear and performance.

• Provides training on basics of anilox rolls, ink chemistry, color theory, spectrophotometry, ink usage, and other ink/tooling related issues.

• Works with customer to ensure specific color criteria is built into press run and job approval process.

• Reviews job specs and press run samples for accuracy and adherence to customer specific requests.

• Stays up to date with current ink mixing technology and application equipment.

• Troubleshoots ink and coating problems.

• Researches new ink and coating systems.

• Works with production and management team on special projects.

• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Leadership

• Performance Management

• Problem Solving/Analysis

• Results Driven

• Communication Proficiency

• Time Management

• Technical Capacity

• Learning Orientation

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required

• 3-5 years of experience in an Ink Department

• 2-3 years of experience managing staff, including responsibility for hiring and performance appraisal

• Proven experience as Ink Technician/Supervisor or similar role

• Strong technical knowledge of ink for printing

• Knowledge of health & safety practices and regulations

• Understanding of budgeting and performance management

• Excellent planning and leadership abilities

• Computer savvy

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

About Us

Brook &Whittle Ltd. is one of North America’s leading Sustainable Labeling Solutions providers, producing pressure sensitive, flexographic and shrink sleeve labels for many of the nation’s leading brands. The company serves multiple consumer markets, including Personal Care, Beverage, Food, Nutraceuticals, Wine & Spirits, and Household Chemicals.

The company’s rapid growth can be attributed to its world-class staff of employees and its commitment to sustainability, print innovation, and the latest technological advancements. Wouldn’t it be cool to go into a store, pick up a product and say “we make that label”!

Our culture is first and foremost one of collaboration and teamwork. We hold ourselves to high professional, ethical, and fairness standards. We have zero tolerance for anything less. We celebrate our diverse workforce and reward good performance through our recognition program, advancement opportunities, and our compensation structure. We welcome you to consider being a part of this great team.

AAP/EEO Statement

Brook & Whittle LTD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Brook & Whittle complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Brook & Whittle expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Brook & Whittle LTD’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction.