Coating Technician - Nights

About the position

As a Coating Line Operator you will be assigned to work on a coating line and may work in one or more work stations including the face unwind, liner unwind, main console/winder, and PMA lab. You may be proficient on more than one coating asset in a given location. You will be responsible for leading daily operation of the coater including normal operation, machine set ups and changeovers, problem-solving, coordinating PM's, making decisions on machine adjustments. You will provide direction and assign job tasks to other operations assigned to your machine. Shift: 7pm - 7am, 2-2-3 schedule. Starting hiring rate: $27.29/hr plus $2/hr shift differential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health and safety procedures, policies, and practices.
• Maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
• Identify and escalate safety issues immediately.
• Support safety improvement initiatives.
• Load raw material into machine and unload finished product.
• Perform tests and check product routinely for multiple characteristics using standard measuring devices.
• Meet production schedules and program production sequences for optimal productivity.
• Follow standard operating procedures and specifications or instructions of higher level technical personnel.
• Monitor meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate production records and logs of equipment and product performance.
• Participate in group problem-solving teams and other continuous improvement activities.
• Support ELS initiatives to improve manufacturing performance.
• Lead shift turnover discussions and communicate daily priorities to the team.
• Assist in keeping MDI boards up to date.
• Assist and support other team members in meeting department and site goals.
• Participate and share in performing all tasks necessary to run the facility.
• Provide support in project work and other special requests.
• Train other employees on line tech responsibilities as requested.
• Accountable for daily production maintenance, preventative maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) or 3+ years of relevant manufacturing work experience.
• Regard safety as a core value; must be willing and able to work safely; must always wear PPE.
• Demonstrate a strong quality and service focus.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend documents related to product manufacturing.
• Able to work both individually and in a team-based environment.
• Able to work during the designated hours and accept a reasonable amount of overtime (including weekends).
• Demonstrated initiative, integrity, and judgment skills.
• Demonstrate record of embracing and contributing to daily ELS processes and tools - MDI, standard work, 5S, etc.
• Positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and demonstrated reliability.
• Proficiency with computer applications, especially strong ERP system transactional skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance periodically through the shift.

Nice-to-haves

• 2 years of experience in skilled labor position with demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• 2 years Coating Department experience.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401K eligibility.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate.
• Paid vacation and Paid holidays.