Machine Operator - Coating

ITW•Newburyport, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ITW Specialty Films, a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc., is seeking a Machine Operator for their 1st shift (7am-3pm). This role involves operating and maintaining coating machines to produce specialized holographic films for various markets. The company, founded in 1912, is a diversified, Fortune 200 manufacturing company known for its specialized expertise and innovative solutions. ITW Specialty Films operates under the ShineMark brand.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Intermediate Computer Skills
Attention to detail and strong verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to learn and the Flexibility to work in other departments within ITW ShineMark, NA as assigned.
Ability to adapt to a challenging and demanding work environment.
Completing a respiratory clearance exam and using a respirator as needed for certain aspects of the position.
Must be willing to work overtime, 1 to 2 weekends (Saturday and Sunday) at least 1-2 times a month.

Nice To Haves

Experience within a manufacturing environment and /or mechanical aptitude are preferred
Experience with 5S helpful but not required

Responsibilities

Read schedule to determine timing for solutions and changeovers needed at coating machines.
Stop and start operation of machine using control panel.
Align or fasten machine parts such as rollers and blades using hand tools.
Thread or feed film through rollers, and adjust temperature, speed and flow rate of product or machine.
Observe machine and product during operation to detect defects or deviations from specification, and make machine adjustments to temperature, speed and flow.
Perform a variety of machine setups and operations to imprint a coating, and design onto various film, and rewinding, as well as material handling and finished product.
Examine, measure, weigh and/or test product to ensure conformance to specifications.
Follow testing procedures and operate quality testing equipment.
Make pass/fail decisions, may consult with supervisors and/or technical staff on questionable items.
Clean machine and parts between runs (one to several times per shift).
Confined space entry may be required (machine specific).
Material handling of product and machine parts (load, unload, pack, and transport) using carts, pallet jacks or forklift/fork truck.
Move 55-gallon drums and using barrel carts or pallet jacks.
Operating and driving a Forklift/Fork truck.
Operate and setup machines that mix chemicals, apply coatings.
Use computer equipment to print production run sheets and labels and perform QA testing.
Follow hazardous material handling requirements when working with solvents.
Attain thorough knowledge of all product codes, color numbering system, formulas, thinning solvents and jumbo tag system.
Cross train and operate equipment in other teams and assist other operators as needed.
May be required to mix ink/paint.
Record production run quantities following SOP’s, job order, and perform quality controls checks on product and materials.