Coater Operator-Nights

Pregis • Conover, NC

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About The Position

The Coater Operator operates coating processes on a night shift, ensuring products meet schedules and quality requirements. The role includes reviewing shift information and coating schedules, checking materials and adhesive, monitoring coating conditions and weights, preparing for changeovers, completing paperwork, and maintaining equipment and a clean, safe work area. The operator coordinates with coater helpers, other operators, supervisors, and plant employees, and may perform other duties as requested by management.

This is a full-time hourly position on a 2-2-3 schedule, working 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Overtime may be required based on business needs. The work involves prolonged standing or walking, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in elevated temperatures. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with English and mathematics, and the ability to read a tape measure and follow detailed instructions. Familiarity with a manufacturing or quality environment is preferred.

Requirements

• High school diploma or credentialed equivalent in English and mathematics.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods and to bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to endure elevated temperature levels.
• 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 mathematics.
• Possess or learn to operate auxiliary equipment, including forklifts, cranes, floor jacks, saws, knives, and other hand tools.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with a manufacturing or quality environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow all 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, 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 adhesive pre-mix 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 area.
• Assist other plant employees as necessary.
• Perform other activities as required or requested by management.

Benefits

• Competitive starting wage of $20–$21 per hour, with a $1.50-per-hour nighttime differential.
• Advancement opportunities with earning potential up to $32 per hour.
• 2-2-3 schedule, meaning employees work about half the month.
• Stable employment with no seasonal slowdowns or fluctuations in order volume.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Strong safety culture.
• Team-oriented environment.
• Purpose-driven company focused on sustainability.

What This Job Offers

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