Job Description

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