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Kelly Services Production Operator 1 in Charlotte, North Carolina
Ink Production Technician
Hitachi Industrial Equipment & Solutions America
Charlotte, NC 28217
Pay: $19.00/hour
Schedule: Monday – Friday
Status: Temporary | Full-Time
Position Overview
Hitachi Industrial Equipment & Solutions America is seeking a detail-oriented Ink Production Technician to support its inkjet manufacturing operations.
In this role, you will be responsible for blending, filling, and packaging solvent-based inks used in Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) printers. This position requires strong attention to detail, basic math skills, and a commitment to safety and quality.
Key Responsibilities
Produce and package ink batches (25–120 gallons)
Perform repetitive blending operations for CIJ inks
Support lab scale-up and full-scale production
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace
Follow OSHA, HazMat, and SDS safety guidelines
Perform basic equipment maintenance
Organize warehouse, ink room, and supply areas
Follow detailed production procedures and documentation
Qualifications
High School Diploma OR 2+ years of manufacturing experience
Strong math and mechanical aptitude
Experience in manufacturing or lab environments preferred
Attention to detail and analytical thinking
Strong communication skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Forklift experience is a plus (not required)
Work Environment
Industrial ink production facility
Exposure to solvents and chemicals (training provided)
PPE required at all times
Why Join?
Stable Monday–Friday schedule
Hands-on manufacturing role
Opportunity to grow within a global company
Clean, structured production environment
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