Precision Flat Glass Laminating Technician

Lee & Cates Glass; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Dental insurance

Career advancement

Job summary

Lee & Cates Glass in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Lamination Line Operator to set up, operate, and maintain equipment for high-quality laminated glass. The role alternates between cleanroom assembly and mechanical operations on the production floor, ensuring safety and strict quality standards.

You will calibrate the line, verify glass and interlayers, monitor autoclave cycles, and perform inspections to detect defects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years in manufacturing or assembly, preferably in glass or cleanrooms.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to spot defects.
• Ability to stand, lift up to 50 lbs, and operate in cleanroom and production areas.
• Experience reading production schedules and using basic machinery interfaces (HMI/PLC).

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate the laminated glass line, including washers, conveyors, pre-heat ovens, and nip rollers.
• Prepare and inspect glass plies and interlayers, ensuring cleanliness and defect-free surfaces.
• Program and operate interlayer cutting systems; align PVB or SentryGlas between plies in cleanroom.
• Manage de-airing and pre-pressing, adjusting speed, temp, and pressure for proper edge sealing.
• Support autoclave curing, monitor pressure and temperature for bonding clarity.
• Perform quality checks to meet ASTM/ANSI standards and maintain ISO cleanliness.
• Maintain equipment and follow PPE and cleanroom protocols.

Skills

Machinery Operation

Material Handling

Technical Accuracy

Cleanroom Discipline

Tools

Auto Clave

HMI

PLC

Overhead cranes

Job description

Lee & Cates Glass in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Lamination Line Operator to set up, operate, and maintain equipment for high-quality laminated glass. The role alternates between cleanroom assembly and mechanical operations on the production floor, ensuring safety and strict quality standards.

You will calibrate the line, verify glass and interlayers, monitor autoclave cycles, and perform inspections to detect defects.