Coater Operator

Pregis • Aurora, IL

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About The Position

The Coater Operator is responsible for producing quality products while maintaining strict order accuracy and following safety and work rules. The role involves reviewing shift handoffs and coating schedules; checking materials, adhesive, and operating conditions; inspecting products; completing required paperwork; and helping maintain equipment and a clean, safe work area. The operator may also assist other plant employees and perform additional activities requested by management.

This labor-intensive position requires standing or walking for prolonged periods, bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The work may involve elevated temperatures and requires attention to quality in a fast-paced environment. The operator must be able to read a tape measure, communicate effectively, understand detailed instructions, and perform basic mathematical tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or credentialed equivalent in English and Mathematics.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods and to bend, stoop, and reach.
• Ability to endure elevated temperature levels.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand detailed written and/or oral instructions, including basic mathematical skills.
• Possess or learn the ability to operate a forklift, cranes, floor jacks, saws, knives, and other hand tools.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with a manufacturing or quality environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow all existing safety and work rules and coater operator work instructions.
• Review preceding shift operations, problems, status, orders, and special instructions with the preceding coater helper.
• Review the coating schedule and ensure accurate footage is run for all products.
• Verify the correct film, adhesive, run conditions, and web path.
• Check adhesive solids at the beginning of the shift and for each additional batch before use, adjusting if necessary.
• Check film for corona treatment before mounting to determine the correct film loading.
• Visually inspect material for film or coating defects and report defects to the supervisor.
• Check coating weights as required.
• Prepare premix when necessary and accurately measure or add catalyst.
• Prepare for changeovers in advance to minimize downtime.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Review shift operations, problems, status, orders, and special instructions with the oncoming operator.
• Maintain equipment as necessary and report damage or mechanical issues to the supervisor.
• Empty trash containers at the end of the shift.
• Inform the supervisor if unable to complete an assigned order.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Assist other plant employees as necessary.
• Perform other activities as required or requested by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED