Decoil Operator

EDCOAT, LLC; New Carlisle (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

EDCOAT, LLC, located in New Carlisle, IN, is seeking a full-time Decoil Operator to join their Paint Line team. The successful candidate will operate and control the decoiler, ensuring the accurate processing of coils. This role requires previous manufacturing experience and the ability to use material handling equipment. EDCOAT offers a supportive workplace culture that values diversity and innovation. For more information, visit www.edcoat.com/job-opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience is required.
• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Vocational training in high school or technical school preferred.
• Experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, or material handling equipment preferred.
• Prior skill or knowledge in paint line or decoiler operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control the decoiler as directed.
• Check in and record details of coils in the decoiling process.
• Load and move coils using cranes and forklifts.
• Verify accuracy of coil size, weight, and gauge.
• Adjust decoiler actions for proper line tension and speed.
• Document coil weights and numbers during the process.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Material handling equipment operation

Attention to detail

Cooperation

Dependability

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Completion of vocational training

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

The Decoil Operator is a key member of the EDCOAT Paint Line team. This full-time, non-exempt position is based in New Carlisle, IN and reports to the Paint Line Supervisor. This individual’s primary functions are the operating and controlling of the decoiler and the “stitching” of coils as directed by the Paint Line Supervisor.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed described. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Checking in and recording details of coils in the decoiling process.
• Loading and moving coils by crane, forklift, coil car, or coil tipper onto mandrels, prime coils, or stringers.
• Verifying (visually and manually) accuracy of coil size, weight, and gauge as provided by coil tag and shop order paperwork.
• Adjusting decoiler actions by means of a control panel to insure proper line tension and speed according to customer and product specifications.
• Cutting banding and aligning coils for “stitching” to maintain continuous flow of production process.
• Documenting coil weights and numbers accurately during the decoiling process.
• Disposing of scrap materials in accordance with customer specifications.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Attention to Detail: Being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Cooperation: Displaying a cooperative attitude.
• Dependability: Being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Initiative: Being willing to take on responsibilities and challenges

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience (Required).
• High school diploma or equivalency (Preferred).
• Completion of vocational training in high school or technical school training after high school (Preferred).
• Previous experience using overhead cranes, forklifts, or other material handling equipment (Preferred).
• Previous paint line and/or decoiler operation-related skill, knowledge, or experience (Preferred).

Physical Demands

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• The Decoil Operator position requires extended periods of walking and standing on concrete surfaces, regular periods of stooping, bending, or sitting, and extensive use of hands to manipulate and/or regulate tools or decoiler controls as indicated by the product specifications
• The decoiler position requires the ability to manually lift 50 pounds from floor to waist level and the ability to manually push/pull 50 pounds.
• Decoil Operators are scheduled to work 12 hour shifts weekly with occasional extension of regular working hours as necessary to meet production deadlines and exceed customer expectations.
• Extreme caution must be exercised when working around moving/rotating machinery or metal strips.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be worn as needed in compliance with Edcoat, LLC’s standards and/or government regulations.

About EDCOAT, LLC

In 1998, EDCO Enterprises expanded and opened EDCOAT, LLC (“EDCOAT”). EDCOAT operates in a 260,000 sq ft facility in New Carlisle, IN and provides coating for all types of metals including aluminum, cold rolled, galvanized, stainless steel and more to a wide range of customers throughout North America.

For over 20 years, EDCOAT has been a leader in the coating and slitting industry. We, as a team, continue to set the standard for quality, service, and innovation. Every employee contributes to our success. Know you will be challenged and rewarded – and success is shared because we’re in it together. EDCOAT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Learn more by visiting www.edcoat.com/job-opportunities.