Ink Mixer​/Utility Person

Location: Sleepy Eye

Koozie Group

If our name sounds familiar, theres a reason why. Were the people behind the iconic Koozie® Can Kooler and more! As one of the largest suppliers in the promotional products industry, youve probably seen our work everywhere from your local bank to a large concert or sporting event. We imprint company logos and slogans on everything from pens to coffee tumblers, lunch bags, tech accessories, camp chairs, and award-winning calendars, to name just a few.

Our desire to benefit our people, customers, communities, and industry is behind all that we do. We call it Keep It. Give It., and it ensures that we are leaving a positive, lasting impact with the products and solutions we deliver.

Were looking for the right person to fill this role. Read on if you want to know more and discover how we like to keep the good going®!

Great reasons to join Koozie Group:

• People-first culture
• Flexible schedules
• Great shift differential (2nd shift: $1.25/hour / 3rd shift and weekend shifts: $1.75/hour)
• We will train for all positions!
• Climate-controlled environment (clean and heat/air-conditioning)
• Great benefits, including:
  • Medical HSA and HRA plans
  • Flex spending accounts
  • PPO dental
  • VSP vision
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
• PTO - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal)
• Advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee recognition program
• Employee charitable giveback program (up to $250 value)

Hours:

6AM - 2PM M-F

Job Summary:

Under limited supervision, maintains proper inventory levels and handling of ink, plates, and chemicals throughout the press area. Performs duties of an assistant operator when requested. Maintains the Pressroom fountain chemistry.

Materials / Tools:

Common hand tools, pallet jack, litho plates, common measuring tools, packing gauge, roller durometer gauge, caliper, ink mill, ink mixers, grind gauge, ink scales, forklift (license), paper, lubricants, chemicals, inks, spray powder, computer, and necessary forms. Conductivity monitor, P.H. meter, Densitometer.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for mixing custom and pantone mixing system inks for imprinting, large pressroom and web press. Includes color matching, consistency of color, adjusting ink tack to suit the job being printed, and ink coverage estimation.
• Works with production control, referring to MO's, pulling and inspecting plates for wear, comparing samples in MO to plates for proper copy and color break according to samples.
• Responsible for ink, chemicals, and misc. press supply inventory including reordering, receiving and distribution throughout press area and plant.
• Coordinates safe practices and procedures concerning all chemicals in the pressroom. Fills labels and inspects chemical containers. Tracks chemical usage and ensures safe handling and storage, in compliance with OSHA and the EPA. Keeps up to date continuing training in OSHA and EPA regulation and compliances.
• Develops and performs sage hazardous and non-hazardous waste procedures for all chemicals including waste ink and sludge. Combines wastes together safely, operates explosion proof centrifuge, storing and loading waste properly. Responsible for any chemical spills, handling according to government regulations.
• Documents and signs hazardous waste shipping, labels and manifests. Accepting full responsibility and liability for providing accurate information. Understands " Cradle to the Grave". Responsibilities maintains records in accordance to OSHA and EPA. Maintains master copies of MSDS books.
• Responsible for mixing water chemistries, monitoring PH and conductivity to suit various press applications. Utilizes test equipment, monitor usage levels.
• Communicates on a frequent basis with outside vendors.
• Responsible for press and shop rags and inventory.
• Maintains plate filing system, interacting with job planning, plating, QC, sales, press personnel, verifying inventory, color descriptions and quality problems.
• Checks the press rollers for wear and sends them out for needed repairs.
• On call for urgent needs.
• Must be a member of the safety team. Serves as emergency response team member for facility contingency program.
• Will operate press when needed.
• Ensures that all raw materials and supplies are stored in the proper manner once they are no longer in use.
• Maintains an effective working relationship with all team members throughout the plant.
• Maintains the work area and predetermined other areas in a neat and orderly manner.
• Performs duties in a safe manner and utilizes approved safety equip0ment and procedures at all times.
• Promotes Koozie Group vision through teamwork either by active participation and/or nurturing other team ideas.
• May perform similar or related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• At least 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to read and understand work instructions
• Must be able to perform basic math functions
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Optical skill for detail, color, and fine…