Lead Coating Operator - 2nd shift

Riverdale Mills Corporation • Northbridge, MA

73d

About The Position

This is a 2nd shift position (3:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.)
The Lead Coating Operator will perform a variety of standard coating line operations to set-up, assign personnel to various phases of process, and operate PVC wire coating line equipment following standard procedures to produce the highest quality products.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate with others.
• Fluent in English.
• Experience as a team leader, manager, or supervisor.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and use micrometer and measuring tape.
• Knowledgeable in the use of various hand and electrical power tools.
• Organized.
• Understand production schedule to maximize output.
• On feet for most of shift
• Lifting up to approximately 50 lbs.
• Pushing, pulling, turning, twisting, and bending.
• Moving heavy weight material; such as wire mesh rolls
• Repetitive hand motion.

Responsibilities

• Work from manuals, specification sheets, job tickets and orders, written and verbal instructions.
• Set-up ensuring that speed and temperature of equipment is in accordance with levels of wire.
• Adjust PVC wire coating line for the efficient production of quality coated wire mesh.
• Determine materials that are necessary as indicated by production specifications and assure all process tanks are filled to proper levels as prescribed by engineering and supervision.
• Select correct spindles for production run and ensure proper installation.
• Feed lead-wire through machine and position for pick-up.
• Operate equipment while making sure that temperature, speed, and product adjustments are standardized to maintain quality and quantity control during processing.
• Perform minor maintenance and general upkeep of line equipment.
• Train, assist, direct, and instruct splice and spindle operators to maintain and record efficient flow of material.
• Oversee PVC color changeovers or shut down machine directing personnel in proper changeover procedure.
• Visually check product to ensure it contains all appropriate tags and labels.
• Use various hand and electrical power tools, micrometers, plug gauge, supplies and equipment to perform job.
• Maintain necessary records.
• Move materials as necessary in the performance of duties or as directed.
• Detect and report improper operation of faulty equipment and unusual conditions to the supervisor.
• Maintain work area and equipment in clean, safe and orderly condition. Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations along with maintaining quality standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by manager.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive & market salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD, 401(k), profit sharing.
• Riverdale Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees