Ink And Tooling Technician

About us: ND Packaging is an integrated box plant that is a wholly owned subsidiary of ND Paper. ND Paper is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pulp, paper, and packaging products in the United States, generating over half a billion dollars in annual sales. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited - the largest containerboard producer in the world - ND Paper is part of a global network committed to excellence and innovation. With two integrated pulp and paper mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron, Wisconsin, a packaging plant in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, and two sheeting facilities in Langhorne, Pennsylvania and Fairmont, West Virginia, the ND Paper family produces nearly one million tons of products annually. Our 1,100 dedicated employees are the heart of our operations, and we are committed to fostering positive work environments where individuals can advance and thrive. At ND Paper, we are investing in our future, and that starts with our staff. JOB RESPONSIBILITES: Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work Tooling: Review converting machine schedules for the first shift. Communicate via face-to-face, radio, email, and teams with the Design & Tooling Manager, Senior Ink & Die Technician, Scheduler, Customer Service Representatives, Operators, and Supervisors. Supply converting machines with plates and cutting dies. Actively adjust Kiwi Planners tooling statuses throughout the day to provide a real-time reflection of where tooling is located. Review converting machine schedules with the Design & Tooling Manager and Scheduler for the third shift. Check in and examine new tooling and add tooling to inventory. The technician must understand whether the tooling is capable of effectively running on our machines. Return cutting dies and print plates into the inventory after production runs have been completed. Move damaged tooling to Door 4 for Vendor pickup. Move customer-supplied tooling returns to Shipping and advise Customer Service when handed over to Shipping. Assist the Senior Ink & Die Technician and converting supervisors with print plate and cutting die repairs. Assist the Ink and Die Technician with various department projects. Ink: Review converting machine schedules for the first shift. Communicate via face-to-face, radio, email, and teams with the Design & Tooling Manager, Senior Ink & Die Technician, Scheduler, Customer Service Representatives, Operators, and Supervisors. Dispense ink for production. For new inks, quality tests and swatch matches are done prior to adding the formulas to our NIX spectrometer libraries. Change out the ink dispenser valve head cleaning fluid daily. Label ink buckets. Supply converting machines with ink. Supply ink materials or adjusted formulas to lead operators or supervisors. Add new formulas to the ink dispenser. File ink swatches and formulas together in the ink and tooling office. Collaborate with the Senior Ink & Die Technician to order ink. Collaborate with the Senior Ink & Die Technician to receive ink orders and add ink to inventory. Conduct weekly and end-of-month ink inventory. Return the ink into the returned inventory after production runs have been completed. Assist the Ink & Die Technician with various department projects. Cleaning / PM's Clean up spills. Keep work area clean and well-organized. Clean Buckets. Additional Requirements Written/Verbal Communications Skills: Must follow detailed instructions for training and quality. Physical Requirements Required regularly to stand for long periods of time, and squat while lifting occasionally. Required to squat while lifting and flip sheets to restack units (up to 30lbs for a period up to 12 hours) Required to move safely while claiming steps Required to bend over and lift sheets from the bridge and from the platform Requires good vision (for operating PITs, using traffic mirrors and stop signs). Required continuous mental and visual attention (to keep product moving in the supply chain while maintaining accurate inventory transactions involving diversified work requiring constant alertness or activity). The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by Team Members to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required Experience: Education and Experience: A strong desire to learn and excel in fast-paced manufacturing Preferred candidates will have prior work experience in the corrugated industry Punctuality and a commitment to regular and predictable attendance Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others Dedication to always wearing safety gear Availability for overtime as needed Skills: Reading and Communication: Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Mathematical: Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurements, volume, and rate. Able to apply concepts of high school math. Technical: Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities for efficient operation. Familiarity with quality standards and regulatory requirements, including OSHA, DEQ, EEO, and company policies. Attributes for Success Hard work - tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity; the willingness to put in whatever effort is required to successfully complete the job at hand. Pursuit of Excellence - strive to consistently exceed expectations in our day-to-day work and outperform our competitors in the marketplace, regarding work and company achievements as a collaborative goal with the desire to go above and beyond. Integrity - treat the company and teammates with upmost respect, operating on strong moral codes to drive company values and culture. Sense of Urgency - drive forward each day with speed, agility, and flexibility to capture unrealized opportunities and avoid potential risks for the business. Entrepreneurial Spirit - act like an owner, challenging the status quo, asking the right questions, and actively seeking ways to innovate and improve. Adaptability - be fluid with ND Packaging's continuous evolution while driving change in a fast-paced environment, equipped with the ability to acclimate quickly. Servant Leadership - set an example by implementing meaningful leadership with heart, empathy, foresight and stewardship. ND Packaging Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness for you and your family. Financial protection benefits, including life insurance, disability insurance, and business travel accident insurance. Tax advantaged accounts such as Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation days to support work-life balance. A 401K retirement plan with a company match and annual fixed contribution Wellness programs with incentives and an on-site clinic available at our Rumford and Biron location. Enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and paid time off. Discover more about our benefits and how we support our team by visiting 2025 Benefits. Come be a part of our team and grow with us! Apply Please submit your resume, and salary requirements to No unsolicited resumes - ND Packaging does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume you submit to us will immediately become the property of ND Packaging. If you would like to become a recruiter for ND Packaging, please contact us and we will agree in writing to terms and the specific job roles for which you are authorized to recruit.

Created: 2026-03-04