Coating Operator - Line 205 - 2nd Shift

Lincoln Industries; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Industries in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a Coating Operator to process parts in accordance with customer specifications and production efficiency targets. You will set up and operate coating rigs, visually inspect parts, monitor coating consistency, mask uncoated areas, and prepare items for packaging.

This on-site, hourly role requires following work instructions, maintaining equipment, recording production data, and upholding safety regulations. Non-exempt, hourly position.

Qualifications

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted for the expected levels of education and experience required.
• Education and/or Experience: Expected: One year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares parts for the application of coating including the visual inspection of parts prior to application.
• Monitors solution quantity and consistency of application to specifications.
• Masks areas not to be coated.
• Sets up and controls application rigging to include proper preparation of coating solution, parts, and tooling.
• Operates line specific equipment.
• Removes materials, parts, and work pieces from application rigging using appropriate tools and methods.
• Prepares parts for processing.
• Cleans and maintains coating equipment and area.
• Records production data on specified forms.
• Performs visual inspection of finished parts and preparation for packaging.
• Follows established safety procedures and work instructions.
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.
• Could potentially come in contact and/or handle hazardous chemicals/hazardous waste.
• Environmental responsibility is our commitment to our communities.
• Proper disposal of waste such as recyclables, standard waste, hazardous waste, etc. is expected.
• Any other tasks as required fulfilling Lincoln Industries' Beliefs and Drivers.

Job description

Job Title: Coating Operator

Job Code: COATOP001

SUMMARY:

The purpose of this job is to process parts according to customer specifications and production efficiencies by performing the following duties.

WAGE TYPE: Hourly

FLSA Exemption: Non-exempt

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares parts for the application of coating including the visual inspection of parts prior to application.
• Monitors solution quantity and consistency of application to specifications.
• Masks areas not to be coated.
• Sets up and controls application rigging to include proper preparation of coating solution, parts, and tooling.
• Operates line specific equipment.
• Removes materials, parts, and work pieces from application rigging using appropriate tools and methods.
• Prepares parts for processing.
• Cleans and maintains coating equipment and area.
• Records production data on specified forms.
• Performs visual inspection of finished parts and preparation for packaging.
• Follows established safety procedures and work instructions.

• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.
• Could potentially come in contact and/or handle hazardous chemicals/hazardous waste.
• Environmental responsibility is our commitment to our communities.
• Proper disposal of waste such as recyclables, standard waste, hazardous waste, etc. is expected.
• Any other tasks as required fulfilling Lincoln Industries' Beliefs and Drivers.

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE:

• Reports to: Team Leader

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted for the expected levels of education and experience required.

Education and/or Experience:

Expected: One year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Communication Skills:

• Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language in order to communicate well with our vendors, internal suppliers and interpret invoices.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Other Skills:

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram or schedule form.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

Job Category B – Medium Labor Intensive Category

Must be able to perform physical functions equivalent to Category B.

Rarely 0-25% of work activity

Occasionally 26 -50% of work activity

Frequently 51 -75% of work activity

Constant 76 - 100% of work activity

Regular Exposure To Uncomfortable Conditions

X

Personal Protective Equipment Required

X

Frequent Indoor Work

X

Outdoor Work

X

Machine Interfacing

X

Computer Interfacing

X

Hot Weather

X

Cold Weather

X

High Humidity Indexes

X

Electrical Hazards

X

Dirty

X

Dusty

X

Steam

X

Fumes-Vapor

X

Noisy

X

Chemical Exposure

X

Toxic Chemicals

X

Fire Hazards

X

Potential Confined Work Space

X

Awkward or Minimized Work Space

X

Walking

X

Stooping

X

Bending

X

Sitting

X

Typing

X

Balancing

X

Reaching

X

Continuous Standing

X

Climbing (catwalk, steps, ladders, etc.)

X

Carrying < 50lbs

X

Lifting < 75lbs.

X

Twisting

X

Turning

X

Pinching

X

Gripping

X

Vibration (including but not limited to)

X

Hand Tools

Polishing Lathes

Equipment Usage

Pipe Bending or Cutting Equipment

Squatting

X

Pushing < 75lbs.

X

Pulling < 75lbs.

X

Static Work

X

Pulling

X

Working at Waist-Shoulder Level

X

Working Above Shoulder Level

X

Working In High Far (Reach) Position

X

Working Below Shoulder Level

X

TRAINING: Training requirements as defined in the Learning Management System based on the role.

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