Production Worker - Coater (Resaca)

Textile Rubber & Chemical Company; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Worker to join their team. This role involves working on a coater line in a plant setting, where you will be responsible for operating machinery, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a safe work environment. The ideal candidate will have basic math skills and knowledge of pumps and motors, with a focus on teamwork and safety. Enjoy a structured work schedule with opportunities for overtime and a competitive starting pay rate. Join a company that values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package after 30 days of employment.

Benefits

Medical (3 plans offered)

Dental (2 plans offered)

Vision

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

401(k) matching

Qualifications

• Must pass fitness for duty test, drug screen, and TB test.
• Ability to monitor and adjust machinery for production.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor coating machinery for rolled goods production.
• Inspect finished products to ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Basic math skills

Knowledge of pumps and motors

Ability to read formulas and weigh ingredients

Machine maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We are currently hiring for Production Worker on a coater line who will work in a plant setting on a rolled goods production line at various positions including, but not limited to, Sew On, Roll Up, Blanket, Applicator Operator, QC, and other various stations throughout the production line to ensure products are manufactured according to company standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Employee must pass a fitness for duty test, drug screen and submit to a TB test on a post offer employment physical.
• Set up, operate, and monitor rolled goods coating machinery to ensure continuous production.
• Perform continual checks to ensure proper machine functionality and make adjustments as needed.
• Monitor and adjust temperature, speed, backing gauge, coating weights and coverage, trim knife width, etc.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet specified quality standards and report defects.
• Assist in maintenance and general housekeeping of equipment and production areas.
• Follow safety protocols and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic math skills.
• Knowledge of pumps and motors.
• Able to read formulas and weigh ingredients as necessary.
• Maintain a clean work area including sweeping and basic machine maintenance.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma, preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing on a concrete floor while working at assigned position on the coater line.
• Ability to work in an uncontrolled environmental setting where temperatures can be extremely cold, hot or humid depending on the outside temperature.
• Work in an environment where there are unexpected, sudden loud noises, beeping backup alarms, flashing lights and sudden movements.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times by lifting, pulling or pushing.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds by reaching above the shoulders.

Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 1st shift with a set start time. End of shift time varies based on schedule for the day.
• Overtime is mandatory from time to time based on business need.
• Work environment is on site. Remote work not offered for this position.

Pay Range

• Starting pay is $17.00 per hour, based on experience and position on the coater line.

Benefits (effective after 30 days except as noted below)

• Medical (3 plans offered)
• Dental (2 plans offered)
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) (can begin contribution upon hire)
• 401(k) matching (upon hire)
• Paid time available