Coating Operator

Specialty Coating Systems; Town of Clear Lake (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialty Coating Systems is seeking a Coating Operator I to operate parylene deposition systems and related equipment in a clean, safety-focused environment. You will follow manufacturing MSPs and instructions to deliver high-quality coatings for customer parts.

This role is ideal for someone mechanically inclined who enjoys hands-on technical work and continual learning. You will load machines, monitor runs, measure coating thickness, perform routine maintenance, and help with shipping and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanical aptitude and/or previous machine operator experience.
• English literacy: read, write, and follow instructions.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Able to read measurement tools accurately.
• Familiarity with mechanical and electrical systems.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of parylene or chemistry is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate parylene deposition systems and related equipment.
• Follow MSPs and leadership instructions to ensure high-quality results.
• Prepare and process customer parts: cleaning, masking, fixturing, coating, demasking, and packaging.
• Load machines, monitor runs, and verify coating thickness using measurement tools.
• Perform routine maintenance and light refurbishing on equipment.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation for QC and equipment performance.
• Read and interpret customer drawings and engineering specifications.
• Assemble fixtures and handle chemical cleaning and baths safely.
• Support shipping, receiving, and other operational tasks as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading and following instructions

English literacy

Measurement tools

Hand-eye coordination

Mechanical and electrical systems

Basic computer skills

Parylene/chemistry knowledge (helpful)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Parylene deposition systems

Vacuum ovens

Plasma etchers

Tumble coaters

Microblasters

Job description

Start your career with a team that blends precision, technology, and handson craftsmanship.

Are you mechanically inclined, detailoriented, and excited about working with advanced coating technologies? Join us as a Coating Operator I, where you'll operate parylene deposition systems and other specialized equipment to help deliver highquality coatings for customersupplied parts. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys technical work, problemsolving, and learning new processes in a clean, safetyfocused environment.

What You'll Do

• Operate parylene deposition systems and related equipment such as vacuum ovens, plasma etchers, tumble coaters, and more.
• Follow Manufacturing Standard Procedures (MSPs) and instructions from leadership to ensure consistent, highquality results.
• Prepare and process customer parts through steps such as cleaning, masking, fixturing, coating, demasking, and packaging.
• Load machines, monitor equipment during runs, and verify coating thickness using measurement tools.
• Perform routine maintenance and light refurbishing on equipment, including pump oil changes, valve cleaning, and cold trap maintenance.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation for quality control and equipment performance.
• Read and interpret customer drawings and engineering specifications.
• Assemble fixtures and handle chemical cleaning and promotion baths safely and correctly.
• Support shipping, receiving, and other operational tasks as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Keep your work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Set up and operate microblasters when needed.
• Assist with fixturing customer parts for coating.
• Participate in FAA/DOT testing when required.
• Support other departments during peak workloads.
• Follow all plant and corporate safety policies.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanical aptitude and/or previous machine operator experience.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written or verbal instructions in English.
• Strong handeye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to use measurement tools accurately.
• Familiarity with mechanical and electrical systems.
• Basic computer skills.
• Helpful but not required: knowledge of parylene or chemistry.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Handson work with advanced coating technologies.
• Opportunities to learn new equipment and processes.
• A supportive team environment with room to grow.
• A role where precision, craftsmanship, and problemsolving truly matter.

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