Coating Machine Operator -- 1st/2nd shift Rotation

Mactac North America•Moosic, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator performs a variety of activities in the production of pressure-sensitive paper. The role includes machine operation, routine maintenance, and quality control to support seamless production processes. The position is based in a production facility and requires appropriate clothing, eye and foot protection, and hearing protection in designated areas. The operator must follow EHS standards and facility work rules, attend safety training and meetings, and contribute to the safety of employees, visitors, and contractors. The role requires regular attendance and flexibility to adapt to varying shift lengths and workdays, including 8–12-hour shifts and occasional weekends. Operators must be willing and available to train on multiple coating machines and demonstrate knowledge of required machine stations before obtaining operator status. Legal authorization to work in the United States is required; employment visa sponsorship is not available. Mactac describes employment as at will for an indefinite period. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and states that qualified candidates will receive consideration without discrimination on legally protected grounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Intermediate to advanced computer skills.
2–4 years of manufacturing machine operating experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of required machine station(s) before obtaining operator status.
Willingness and availability to train on multiple pieces of coating equipment.
Demonstrated attention to detail in machine operation and quality control.
Ability to analyze and solve problems quickly and efficiently.
Ability to collaborate effectively with the production team.
Understanding and application of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, including fractions and decimals.
Effective communication and collaboration with colleagues on different shifts, including sharing information during shift exchanges.
Regular attendance and ability to adapt to varying shift lengths and workdays, including 8–12-hour shifts and occasional weekends.
Stamina for extended periods of activity and concentration.
Effective time management, prioritization, and productivity throughout the shift.
Legal authorization to work in the United States; the employer will not sponsor employment visas for this opening.
Ability to meet the physical demands described for the position, including frequent lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Responsibilities

Ensure the stock staged at the machine is correct for the order being run.
Inspect adhesive coating for quality, consistency, and compliance with order specifications.
Prepare materials for production.
Inspect and change adhesive filter elements as required.
Monitor the machine using electronic software applications.
Operate powered industrial vehicles and equipment, including forklifts and hoists.
Set priorities for job assignments.
Perform routine preventive maintenance on the coater, including dies, gravures, and rolls.
Report machine and product problems to the supervisor or manager as needed.
Assist with machine thread-up and web-break recovery.
Complete assigned 5S activities within the specified timeframe and according to procedures.
Maintain and account for assigned tools and equipment.
Follow EHS standards and regulations, facility work rules, and safety practices.
Attend safety training and meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Coating Manager.