Coating Line Apprentice: Learn Setup & Quality Control

General Formulations; Sparta (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

General Formulations in Sparta, MI is seeking a Coater Operator Apprentice to learn and operate the coating line under the direction of the coating operator. You will set up and check operation to ensure material meets specifications at target speeds, and perform material handling to support the coater.

The role includes learning to setup the coater, monitor product quality, perform basic troubleshooting, and handle shop floor transactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; manufacturing background preferred.
• Willingness to learn multiple coaters and advance to a Coater Operator position.

Responsibilities

• Operate the coater safely in a production environment.
• Follow schedule, print pick lists, and pull materials following FIFO.
• Transport finished rolls and return unused material to the warehouse.
• Load and splice rolls; fill adhesive reservoir on the coater.
• Assist in room setup and cleaning during job changes; support operator when needed.
• Monitor quality of material and adjust coater to meet thickness and moisture specifications.
• Perform shop floor transactions (issuing/receiving stock, job activity).
• Maintain good housekeeping in the area.

Skills

Oral communication

Team player

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Learning mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

General Formulations in Sparta, MI is seeking a Coater Operator Apprentice to learn and operate the coating line under the direction of the coating operator. You will set up and check operation to ensure material meets specifications at target speeds, and perform material handling to support the coater.

The role includes learning to setup the coater, monitor product quality, perform basic troubleshooting, and handle shop floor transactions.