Roll Coat Operator

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. • Owatonna, MN

3d • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of the Roll-Coat Operator is to operate the roll-coater machine in a manner that production high quality products.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent GED preferred but not required.
• Ability to pass the Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Color Test.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions (English).
• Mathematical skills as related to measurements.
• Familiar with operating power tools.
• Ability to take supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as a team member.
• Must be able to safely perform essential job responsibilities.
• Regular full-time attendance.
• Promotes Viracon in a positive manner and obeys all policies.

Responsibilities

• Mixes paint and adjusts viscosities to attain proper consistencies for production.
• Tests for application rates and adjusts set-ups to accomplish desired paint thickness and density.
• Inspects painted rejects and quality returns.
• Takes steps to pinpoint and correct problems to prevent reoccurrence.
• Maintains equipment and work area in a manner that ensures continued quality production.
• May help in other production areas, as necessary, to meet production schedules or balance workload.
• Maintains compliance with EPA and PCA in all material handling, use, and storage as related to the process.
• Notifies appropriate individuals in event of a hazardous or potentially hazardous situation.
• Uses proper operating and preventative maintenance procedures to prevent damage to equipment.
• Handles solvents, paints, oils, and waste materials requiring the use of impervious gloves, splash goggles, and a NIOSH respirator.
• Maintains inventory and storage of standard paints.
• Effectively directs helper.
• Communicates with the Line Scheduler and the Scheduling Department to minimize set-ups.
• Completes all documentation on a daily basis.
• Performs duties in accordance with the Business Process Documentation.
• Participates in Viracon’s Continuous Improvement efforts by understanding his/her teams performance and actively implementing and supporting process improvements.
• May perform reasonably similar or related duties as instructed.
• Maintains an effective working relationship with all department employees.
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area at the end of the workday.
• Performs duties in a safe manner, using all approved safety equipment as instructed.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression

What This Job Offers

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