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Ink Blender

Amcor Flexibles, LLC
life insurance, tuition reimbursement
United States, Illinois, Batavia
Jan 13, 2026
Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It's our core value and integral to how we do business. Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win - adapting quickly in an everchanging world - and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business. To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visitwww.amcor.comILinkedInIGlassdoorIFacebook IYouTube Job Description Role Overview: Unpack Your Potential Join Amcor as an Ink Blender and provide accurately blended inks to presses through an efficient and safe process that minimizes downtime at the presses Schedule: Shift: 3rd shift Compensation & Benefits: Value, Recognized We reward great work with: Pay: $26.42/hour Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, disability, and life insurance coverage starting day one Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities Referral Bonus: up to $1,000 Job Description: Possibility Unpacked What you'll do: Check color folders to ensure each folder has an approved color rollout, ink formula, and ink type that completely match order instructions. Contact the Crew Leader for corrections if incomplete, prior to going to press. Use the dispensing system to draw inks (Color Converting in Plant 2) and K Proofer as required to blend ink. Operate the Spectro Photometer color matching system to achieve required DEcmc readings. Consult with Siegwerk regarding color toning so ink formulations and costs can be adjusted and computer data files updated to ensure job and order repeatability. Complete the initial approval for color match at press and present the approved match to the Crew Leader for final approval. Scan approved rollouts into the color check computer system after color is verified at press and production begins. Work with the Press Operator on color during press set-up to bring the press online and up to production speed as quickly as possible. Check drums of straight colors on the rack periodically and refill as needed. Track usage of return ink. Haul away empty ink buckets and keep the ink room and equipment clean. Assist as required during ink, solvent, and parts deliveries and pick-ups. Operate the EX fork truck to unload and move ink and solvent drums and totes. Maintain a clean, safe work area and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices and other prerequisite food safety programs. Assist in the training of new or inexperienced Ink Blenders. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader or Management. What we want from you: Lead the Pack Preferred qualifications: Ability to learn and understand color theory Competence in operating Novaflow software Strong computer skills Ability to work effectively and professionally with coworkers in a team environment Solid math skills Ability to read, understand, and stay current with all department work instructions and procedures Strong organizational skills Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required Knowledge and understanding of computers and software programs Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to interact effectively and professionally with others in a team environment Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50-60 lbs. Willing and able to stand and walk for an 8/12 hour shift Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting Frequent use of wrist and hands Frequent stepping up and down from platforms Occasionally lifts up to 35 lbs. - minimally lifts up to 50 lbs. Occasionally reaches over 15" away from body Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis Why Amcor? Be part of a global leader while working in a supportive, team-driven environment. At Amcor, your contributions are recognized, your growth is encouraged, and your work makes a difference. Apply today and put possibility in your hands with Amcor. OurExpectations We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when: Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. E-Verify We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.