Coating Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

EmergencyMD; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mactac is seeking a Coater Operator to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality operation across all coater stations by following emulsion and silicone coating processes.

The role involves running the coater, performing quality tests, maintaining cleanliness, and performing preventive maintenance while complying with safety procedures. Overtime may be required, and daily operations rely on accurate inventory reporting.

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to operate all coater positions to meet production requirements.
• Quality control testing and process adjustment based on results.

Responsibilities

• Operate all coater stations to meet production requirements.
• Perform quality control testing at the machine and adjust processes as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Report information into E2000 inventory system to manage inventories.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Forklift

RF gun

Inventory control software

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for demonstrating operator efficiency, safety and quality by thorough understanding of all Coater stations by following the emulsion & silicone coating processes and standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to perform and understand all positions on the Coater to meet production requirements.
• Perform all required quality control testing at the machine and make decisions to change the process per results.
• Produce the product on the shop order within process specifications.
• Report all required information into E2000 to relieve inventories properly.
• Clean the machine and areas as required to maintain a superior level of cleanliness.
• Perform all required machine preventive maintenance tasks as required by the maintenance department.
• Assume responsibility for the operation of the entire machine while running.
• Load face and backing material into machine, assure correct raw material is run per the order.
• Compound adhesive, release, topcoat and primer for the coater per the process specification.
• Unload tankers of adhesive and perform QA testing per specifications.
• Operate forklift and RF gun to move material.
• Perform cycle counts on chemicals and compounds.
• Completes all daily 5S and cleaning requirements of the Coater.
• Follow all health, safety, and housekeeping procedures, policies and practices and consistently work in a safe manner about self, co-workers, and manufacturing systems.
• Support safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicates to others in a professional manner at all times.
• Participative in shift and team meetings.
• Must be available to work overtime.
• Perform all other functions and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must understand and perform the duties of all workstations on the machine. 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.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer skills and the ability to learn inventory control software.

Competencies

Decision Making / Problem Solving: Able to act in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues; able to use reason, even when dealing with emotional topics while doing so in a timely manner.

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests. Must have sense of urgency and exhibit high motivation.

Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions; makes timely decisions.

Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments. Able to maintain professionalism while dealing with frequent change, delays, unexpected events, or time demands.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work and others' work to ensure quality.

Quantity: Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.

Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; reports or corrects potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time for scheduled shift.

Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is continuously required to stand. The employee is frequently required to walk, bend, squat, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds alone. Must be able to occasionally carry 45 lbs. Must be able to walk up steps occasionally. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and flammable materials. The employee may be required to wear a respirator. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; chemicals and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Disclaimers

• The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
• It is the policy of Mactac that all employees are employed at the will of Mactac for an indefinite period and are subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. At the same time, employees may terminate their employment at any time and for any reason.
• Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.