Operator - Lamination

Jen-Coat Inc; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO 5 weeks

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K with match

Shoe reimbursement

Clothing allowance

Job summary

Jen-Coat Inc. is seeking a lamination technician to safely set up, operate, and monitor lamination machinery for production runs. You will load materials, calibrate equipment, and ensure quality products while meeting production quotas.

The role requires 2–4 years of related experience, strong time management, and effective communication with supervisors and colleagues. You will document processes and maintain a clean, safe work area in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• HS/GED required.
• 2-4 years' related field experience required.
• This position has no leadership duties.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and protects privacy of confidential/sensitive information.
• Exceptional time management and organization skills; ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication (verbal, written, presentations) with leadership, staff, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Safely sets up, operates, and monitors lamination machinery and equipment to meet goals.
• Completes lamination machine setup for production runs, including loading materials and calibrating equipment.
• Monitors production, inspects materials and equipment to ensure quality standards.
• Verifies and tracks all materials for inventory and work in progress.
• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and performs routine maintenance.
• Trains and guides machine assistants and new crew members.
• Keeps machinery and surrounding areas organized with housekeeping and cleanliness.
• Completes necessary documentation for internal or external use.
• Coordinates production activities with other departments to address issues.

Skills

Time management

Organization

Communication

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Education

HS/GED

Job description

Essential Duties and Tasks

• Safely sets up, operates, and monitors lamination machinery and equipment as intended and needed to meet customer and production goals.
• Completes lamination machine setup for production runs, including loading materials, adjusting settings, and calibrating equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Monitors the production process, inspects and tests materials and equipment using safe and proper protocols, to ensure products meet quality standards and production quotas are met.
• Verifies and tracks all materials for inventory and work in progress regulations.
• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and perform routine maintenance tasks to keep machinery operating efficiently.
• Trains and provides guidance to machine assistants and new crew members.
• Keeps machinery and surrounding areas organized by meeting housekeeping, storage, staging, and cleanliness requirements.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures, to prevent accidents or injuries. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment(PPE) as required by safety policies and reports any safety hazards or concerns to the appropriate team member.
• Completes all necessary documentation for internal or external use.
• Effectively works with other departments or team members, such as machine technicians, supervisors, and quality control inspectors, to cooordinate production activities and address any potential issues as they arise.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• HS/GED required; HS/GED preferred
• 2-4 years' experience in a related field experience in a related field required.
• This position has no leadership duties.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and protects privacy of confidential/sensitive information.
• Exceptional time management and organization skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously establishing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, and presentations) with executive leadership, staff, and internal and external clients.
• Proactive; exercises sound judgment and decision-making; able to identify problems and needs and develop solutions and/or options.
• Self-confident, self-motivated polished professional who thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment.

What We Can Offer You

• 11 Paid Holidays
• PTO up to 5 weeks
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Shoe reimbursement and clothing allowance

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