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Ink lab supervisor

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Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet 

We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We're on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.  

You could be part of our vision. Because it's our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It's every one of us working together. 

We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.  

  • Ink Formulation & Development
  • Formulate inks for various substrates (film, paper, foil) ensuring proper viscosity, color strength, drying properties, and adhesion.
  • Adjust ink formulations based on print trials, customer specifications, or changes in raw material batches.
  • Develop new ink systems or improve existing ones to enhance print quality and efficiency.
  • Quality Control & Testing
  • Perform routine tests: color matching, viscosity, drying rate, gloss, and rub resistance.
  • Monitor ink performance during machines runs and troubleshoot issues such as color variation, smearing, or clogging.
  • Maintain accurate records of ink batches tests, and corrective actions.
  • Lab & Inventory Management
  • Supervise inventory of ink and additives stocks.
  • Ensure proper storage, labeling, and safe handling of chemicals.
  • Maintain lab equipment (k-bar, spectrophotometers, pumps, RK devices) and ensure calibration and upkeep.
  • Ensure the ERP data entry is accurate and up to date.
  • Staff Supervision & Training
  • Lead and train lab technicians in ink preparation, testing procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Schedule shifts, assign tasks, and monitor performance to meet production deadlines.
  • Collaboration & Communication
  • Work closely with machines operators and production teams to ensure inks meet performance standards.
  • Communicate effectively with quality assurance and management regarding issues, improvements, or customer feedback.
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Enforce safety protocols, including chemical handling, storage, and disposal.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations regarding solvent emissions and waste management.

Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet.

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