Coating Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Amtraco, Inc.; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Amtraco, Inc. is seeking a Production Associate for its Southeast Wisconsin coating and chemical mixing area on the 2nd shift. You will work with the team to sustain production operations, follow batch recipes, and ensure coating machines run smoothly.

This role emphasizes LEAN manufacturing principles, safety, and teamwork, with opportunities to learn coating equipment and build production records; prior printing or machine experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Ability to learn operation of coating equipment.
• Understanding of LEAN manufacturing concepts.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform the work of a production worker in the chemical mixing area.
• Ensure coating machines are running properly with your printing or machine background.
• Follow recipes for mixing batch adhesives to create tape.
• Maintain production and material records.
• Collaborate with other departments to manage supplies and inventory.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Contribute to team effort and achieve related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

LEAN manufacturing

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Safety

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Coating machinery

Printing machinery

Job description

AMTRACO is a global holding company headquartered in Franksville, WI, that manages the shared services of Marketing, HR, IT, and Finance for its operating units. The four distinct operating units owned by AMTRACO are:

• EPSI – a distribution company servicing the surface finishing industry with presence in all major global markets
• STM – a manufacturer of high-performance adhesive products used in a multitude of applications, and markets
• FAST – a distributor of tapes and related products for the framing, architectural, signs, and trophy markets
• SBM – a commercial real estate company that buys, develops, and leases commercial real estate

We are seeking an experienced production worker for our Chemical Mixing/Machine Operating Department for our Southeast, WI location, for our 2nd Shift.

Job Summary

Work with team members and perform the functions of a production associate as needed sustaining production operations.

Essential Functions

• Perform the work of a production worker in our chemical mixing area
• Utilize your printing or machine background to ensure the coating machines are running properly
• Follow recipes for mixing batch adhesives to create tape
• Maintain production and material records
• Work with other departments to maintain appropriate levels of supplies and inventory
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfactionContribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
• The ability to learn the operation of the coating equipment
• An understanding of the concepts of LEAN manufacturing
• A strong commitment to safety
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong leadership skills and a solid comprehension of teamwork

Essential Physical Abilities

• Lifting and carrying 40–60 pounds; developed fine motor control (grasp, handle, manipulate objects with fingers)
• Standing for long periods of time; frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing; climbing ladders
• Able to travel across a variety of surfaces (stairs, ramps, uneven terrain)

Benefits

• New hire increases based on performance at your 90‑day, 6‑month, and 12‑month milestones
• Earn rewards with your tenure with the company, which focuses on experiences and wellness
• 6 Paid Time Off days every year
• Vacation time increases with your tenure with the company
• Service days to volunteer in your community
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with a company contribution for every employee who enrolls in our medical insurance
• $25,000 Life Insurance Policy paid by the company for every full‑time employee
• Voluntary insurance options including Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Life Insurance & AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program to support employees with personal and/or work‑related challenges
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Continuing education programs and resources for career development
• Build‑out bonus eligibility
• And more!

Amtraco, EPSI, STM, SBM, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.