Coating Operator: Hands-On Setup, Quality & Safety

Silgan Containers; Hammond, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Hammond, Indiana is seeking a Coater Operator for 2nd or 3rd shift. The position pays $33.64 per hour with a 3 percent shift differential on 2nd shift and 5 percent on 3rd shift, reflecting the demanding fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will set up and adjust coating equipment to meet specifications, mix tote tanks, maintain viscosity, perform quality checks, and operate in-plant lift trucks to move material.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strongly prefer at least two years of prior manufacturing experience.
• Proven experience as a Coater Operator or similar role in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of lacquer types, application methods, and finishing techniques.
• Familiar with the use of hand and power tools used on the job.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust equipment to meet specifications
• Mix tote tanks of coatings, add solvents, maintain viscosity, and wash up as needed
• Conduct quality checks and reacts appropriately to the results
• Operate in-plant mobile equipment, such as lift trucks, to move material to and from storage areas

Skills

mechanical aptitude

troubleshooting

hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

hand tools

Job description

Silgan Containers in Hammond, Indiana is seeking a Coater Operator for 2nd or 3rd shift. The position pays $33.64 per hour with a 3 percent shift differential on 2nd shift and 5 percent on 3rd shift, reflecting the demanding fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will set up and adjust coating equipment to meet specifications, mix tote tanks, maintain viscosity, perform quality checks, and operate in-plant lift trucks to move material.