Coater Operator (Nights)

Shurtape Technologies, LLC; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Shurtape Technologies, LLC in Hickory, North Carolina, is seeking a Coater Operator to ensure orders meet specifications while upholding safety and quality in a team setting. You will perform quality checks, assist with die changes, maintain clean work areas, and communicate effectively with operators to improve safety and efficiency.

The role requires manual dexterity, teamwork, and the ability to read gauges.

Qualifications

• High degree of manual dexterity.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to read length measurements, gauges and meters.
• Knowledge of production schedules.
• Basic math skills, computer skills, and data entry.
• Ability to follow work instructions, safety rules, and specifications with great attention to detail.
• May be required to obtain a tow-motor license.

Responsibilities

• Utilize logbooks for issues that occur on shift.
• Indirectly responsible for the safety of the crewmembers.
• Perform quality and standard checks.
• Participate in die changes as scheduled.
• Complete appropriate data sheets as required.
• Perform troubleshooting, preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Follow "Red Tag" procedures if required.
• Follow all safety rules when entering the manufacturing facility.
• Responsible for maintaining clean and organized work areas.
• Maintain inventories needed for production run.
• Communicate and share knowledge with operators and coworkers.
• Make suggestions on reducing costs, improving safety, and/or improving product or process.
• Participate in S4 continuous improvement team meetings and projects.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Read gauges & meters

Production schedules

Data entry & basic math

Follow instructions & safety rules

Tow-motor license (possible)

Job description

medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, long term disability, 401(k), retirement plan

United States, North Carolina, Hickory

Aug 10, 2026

Description

About Us

Join a Team That Sticks Together!

At Shurtape Technologies, we know how to make things stick. As a leading manufacturer and marketer of adhesive tape, we pride ourselves on creating innovative solutions for a variety of industries.

We have facilities all around the world, including in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Mexico, China, and more.

In addition to our specialty adhesive products, we offer well-known brands like Duck, FrogTape, Painter's Mate, Shurtape, T-Rex, Kip, and Pro Tapes.

Why Work with Us?

We encourage curiosity and creativity, working together to solve challenges and innovate. Our commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility means we make a positive impact on our communities and the world.

What We Offer:

• A company that truly values your contributions
• A place where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of something meaningful
• A focus on excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring we deliver top-quality, reliable solutions to our customers
• An environment where employees are encouraged to bring their best ideas forward and adopt a growth mindset

More Than Just Tapes...

In addition to being obsessed with our customers, Shurtape is committed to being socially and environmentally responsible. We recognize that our actions today affect our world tomorrow, and we are committed to responsible manufacturing processes that protect the communities in which we operate.

We Ask for the Best, and Offer the Best in Return

We are looking for passionate, innovative individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment to join the Shurtape team. If you're looking to be part of a forward-thinking, fast-paced, and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you!

Our tapes may do the sticking, but it's our people who hold it all together.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Coater Operator ensures scheduled orders are completed in accordance with specifications and procedures established by Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, R&D, and Engineering, while keeping safety, quality and production at or above set standards in a team environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Utilize logbooks for issues that occur on shift
• Indirectly responsible for the safety of the crewmembers
• Perform quality and standard checks
• Participate in die changes as scheduled
• Complete appropriate data sheets as required
• Perform troubleshooting, preventative maintenance and safety inspections
• Follow "Red Tag" procedures if required
• Follow all safety rules when entering the manufacturing facility
• Responsible for maintaining clean and organized work areas
• Maintain inventories needed for production run
• Communicate and share knowledge with operators and coworkers
• Make suggestions on reducing costs, improving safety, and/or improving product or process
• Participate in S4 continuous improvement team meetings and projects

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High degree of manual dexterity
• Ability to work as a team member
• Ability to read length measurements, gauges and meters
• Knowledge of production schedules
• Basic math skills, computer skills, and data entry
• Ability to follow work instructions, safety rules, and specifications with great attention to detail
• May be required to obtain a tow-motor license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Continuous positioning and lifting 25 - 60 pounds
• Ability to lift, bend, & stoop when required and stand for extended periods
• Occasional heavy lifting up to 100 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Our manufacturing facilities are built with a strong commitment to safety, efficiency and a collaborative work environment. We operate with a focus on being "Safe to the Core," aligning to the highest safety standards for all employees to ensure they can perform hands-on tasks with confidence, especially when handling materials and operating machinery and equipment. Working in organized shifts, our manufacturing employees are critical to our growth and success, which is why we prioritize and emphasize teamwork, a strong work ethic and a positive attitude toward continuous improvement.

The Company offers the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
• Paid time off and company paid holidays

Shurtape Technologies, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Aff….

Shurtape Technologies, LLC does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including identity & expression), medical condition, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirement.

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