Coating Machine Operator I — Growth, Training & Benefits

AFC Materials Group; Lake in the Hills (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous PTO and holidays

Safety shoe reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Referral bonus program

Job summary

AFC Materials Group is hiring a Coating Machine Operator to join our Lake in the Hills, IL team. This hands-on role focuses on operating coating towers and supporting two key areas of our coating process for high-performance materials.

You will train on day shift initially, then transition to one of the upcoming 12-hour day/night schedules. We offer hands-on training, strong benefits, and a collaborative, safety‑driven culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a machine operator.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs (100 lbs with team).
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn ERP systems.
• Willingness to obtain forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate coating towers or equipment under supervision.
• Assist with setup, operation, and shutdown per procedures.
• Prepare and qualify coating mixes per guidelines.
• Monitor quality and adjust processes as needed.
• Complete run sheets and inventory transactions in ERP.

Skills

Machine operator experience

Basic computer skills

Forklift certification willingness

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Syteline ERP

Job description

AFC Materials Group is hiring a Coating Machine Operator to join our Lake in the Hills, IL team. This hands-on role focuses on operating coating towers and supporting two key areas of our coating process for high-performance materials.

You will train on day shift initially, then transition to one of the upcoming 12-hour day/night schedules. We offer hands-on training, strong benefits, and a collaborative, safety‑driven culture.