Coating Operator

Specialty Coating Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Personal time off

Paid holidays

Career advancement

Attendance awards

Education assistance

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Specialty Coating Systems is seeking a Coating Operator I to operate parylene deposition systems and related equipment, ensuring parts meet customer and engineering specs. You will load/unload machines, monitor runs, verify coating thickness and perform routine maintenance as needed.

Responsibilities include documenting QC tests, adjusting processes, and handling shipping/receiving as required. A high school diploma or GED is required, with strong reading, writing, and manual dexterity skills

Qualifications

• Reads and follows written or verbal instructions.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Measures coating thickness with standard devices and tools.
• Exhibits high manual dexterity and accurate hand-eye coordination.
• Familiar with electrical and mechanical systems involved in processing.

Responsibilities

• Operate parylene deposition systems and related equipment.
• Load, monitor and unload machines; verify coating thickness.
• Perform routine maintenance and refurbishing of equipment.
• Document witness strips, QC tests and maintenance logs.

Skills

Reading & writing

English proficiency

Measurement reading

Manual dexterity

Electrical & mechanical familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

The Coating Operator I operates parylene deposition systems to coat customer-supplied parts to meet customer and Engineering specifications. This position also operates other equipment such as vacuum ovens, plasma etcher, tumble coater or other machines. Performs light maintenance and refurbishing on equipment. May perform shipping, receiving and other duties as requested.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows process instructions, Manufacturing Standard Procedures (MSP's) and verbal instructions from the Plant Manager, Coating Center Manager, Production Supervisor, or Production Manager.
• Prepares job traveler sheets and coordinates and/or performs the processing of parts through some or all of the following tasks: unpacking, cleaning, promoting, masking, fixturing, coating, de-fixturing, demasking, packing, and completing all required documentation.
• Loads machines, monitors process equipment during run, and verifies coating thickness using various measurement devices and tools.
• Operates all machines connected with the promotion and deposition process with minimal help or assistance. Shuts down, unloads, reloads and starts machines as scheduled.
• Able to operate, maintain and troubleshoot parylene deposition systems or other related equipment. Performs routine maintenance, such as changing pump oil, cleaning valves and cold traps, as well as performing system refurbishing at a defined interval.
• Maintains records, checklists and log books on equipment, including the documentation of witness strips, QC testing and maintenance.
• Able to read customer or engineering drawings or specifications as related to the processing of customer parts.
• Assembles fixtures and assemblies for coating.
• Prepares, uses and disposes of chemical cleaning and promotion baths.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May fixture customer parts in preparation for the coating process.
• Able to participate in FAA/DOT testing as necessary.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); proven mechanical ability and/or previous machine operator experience.

BASIC SKILLS:

• Ability to read, write and follow written or verbal instructions.
• Ability to speak, read and write English.
• Ability to properly use and read measurements on tools involved in the coating process.
• High degree of manual dexterity and hand-to-eye coordination.
• Familiarity with electrical and mechanical systems.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Continuing education & leadership training
• Competitive wages & benefit packages
  • 401K retirement plan with 6% company match
  • Health, dental, vision, disability insurance (GREAT Premiums/Deductibles!)
  • Paid Vacation & Personal Time (3 Weeks starting + 10 Paid Holidays)
• Advancement opportunities and career growth
• Outstanding Attendance & Service Awards Programs
• Education Assistance
• Referral bonuses

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