E-Coat Line Operator

American Trim • Sidney, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

American Trim is seeking an E-Coat Line Operator to support heavy-truck bumper and grille coating operations. This hands-on production role involves loading parts onto a slow-moving conveyor, unloading completed parts, supporting the setup and operation of coating equipment, monitoring process requirements, and performing quality checks to ensure products meet company and customer specifications. Operators may use lift-assist equipment or coordinate with a teammate when handling larger or heavier parts.

The position is on 1st shift, 5:55 AM–2:00 PM, Monday–Friday. Overtime is required as needed, and scheduled hours may flex based on operational needs. Base pay is $16.35 per hour. On-the-job training and opportunities to develop manufacturing, coating, and quality skills are offered.

Requirements

• Ability to work safely and effectively as part of a production team.
• Ability to coordinate lifting and material-handling activities with another employee when required.
• Ability to understand and follow work instructions, process requirements, and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Basic reading and math skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work within established production schedules and rates.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and dependability.
• Ability to regularly lift, position, and remove parts from a slow-moving conveyor line.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on a non-repetitive basis.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the assigned production area for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, reach, turn, twist, push, and pull while handling parts and working around the conveyor line.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting, reaching, and material-handling movements.
• Ability to perform work requiring manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and close visual attention.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including eye, hearing, foot, and other protective equipment as required.
• Legally authorized on an unrestricted basis to work in the United States; the company does not anticipate providing employment-related work sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED/equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, coating, production, or material-handling experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Load heavy-truck bumpers, grilles, and other parts onto the conveyor using proper lifting techniques, lift-assist equipment, and/or a two-person team as required.
• Unload finished parts from the conveyor and handle products carefully to prevent damage.
• Read and follow process sheets, work instructions, and established operating procedures.
• Support setup and operation of applicable E-Coat process equipment and related systems.
• Perform required thickness readings, adhesion checks, and other quality inspections according to established work instructions.
• Record required quality and process data, including applicable SPC documentation.
• Monitor the process and make approved adjustments to maintain product quality.
• Communicate production, equipment, and quality concerns to supervision and appropriate support personnel.
• Follow established safety, environmental, and PPE requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day-one holiday pay
• Day-one 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits at 91 days
• Vacation eligibility at 91 days
• On-the-job training
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Direct Care for employees enrolled in company health benefits
• Annual boot reimbursement voucher
• Prescription safety glass reimbursement voucher every two years
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

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