Wet End Operator

Amrize • Williamsport, MD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Wet End Operator operates and monitors various winder and wrapping table functions as part of Malarkey’s roofing-product manufacturing operations. The role supports production of durable, performance-driven roofing products and is responsible for operating equipment, monitoring product quality, and maintaining safe and efficient production processes.

The position is performed in a warehouse and factory environment and is scheduled for the third (overnight) shift. The operator must follow safety policies and use required personal protective equipment, including respirators where applicable. The role involves regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, extreme hot and cold temperatures, and loud noise, with occasional exposure to other hazards and outdoor conditions.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education or experience.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to gather and record necessary information, follow through on assigned tasks, and identify and correct problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under high-pressure situations.
• Tolerance for repetitive work in a fast-paced, high-production work environment.
• Adherence to safety protocols and proper use of approved personal protective equipment, including respirators where required.
• Employees required to wear respirators must be clean-shaven where the respirator seal meets the face to pass qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
• Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including regularly lifting and/or moving up to 75 pounds and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds.
• May be required to differentiate colors and shades of colors; required vision abilities include distance vision and depth perception.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• General knowledge of machines and the production process.

Responsibilities

• Follow company policies, including safety requirements and use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain, monitor, and control finished product roll lengths according to the product specification guide.
• Monitor product quality and identify potential finished-product defects.
• Report problems and equipment issues that may inhibit production of prime product to the immediate foreman and/or supervisor.
• Make machine adjustments needed to ensure proper operation.
• Apply product wrap and ensure the correct date and color are present.
• Maintain, monitor, and control the glue system.
• Maintain and control production line speeds as required.
• Communicate product issues to the coater/press operator.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Assist maintenance when necessary.
• Assist with lacing of the machine.
• Perform other tasks requested by the Foreman or Supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax retirement savings.
• Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance.
• Holistic health and well-being programs.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care.
• Vision and other voluntary benefits and discounts.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave, including maternity and paternity leave.
• Educational assistance program.

What This Job Offers

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