Coating Operator

Job Description

The Coating Operator is assigned to work on a coating line and may work in one or more workstations including the face unwind, liner unwind, die, main console/winder, and quality lab. Individuals in this role may be proficient on more than one coating asset in a given location.

The coating operator is responsible for leading machine set ups and changeovers, problem-solving, coordinating PM's, making decisions on machine adjustments.

In this role you will work C Shift, 11:20pm - 7:30am.

Activities and duties may vary dependent upon site specific needs. Essential functions may include, but are not limited to: 

Coating Operator

Load raw material into machine and unload finished product.

Determine and control the machine cycle varying and modifying as necessary.

Perform tests and check product routinely for multiple characteristics using standard measuring devices and making some judgments against not readily measurable standards.

Meet production schedules and program production sequences for optimal productivity.

Follow standard operating procedures and specifications or instructions of higher level technical personnel and monitor meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/process specifications.

Report any malfunctions or abnormalities and make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment.

Maintain production records and logs of equipment and product performance.

Adjust set up and process operations accordingly. 

Follow all health, safety, and housekeeping procedures, policies and practices and consistently work in a safe manner with regard to self, co-workers, and manufacturing systems.  

Attend and participate in all required training.

Understand and implement the quality standard procedures that relate to the role and responsibilities of a Coating Operator.

Perform general housekeeping tasks and waste removal within department/group and assists other areas as required. 

Continuously review current processes and search out improvement methods to improve product/process quality and reduce waste, rework, and unnecessary work that adds no value to the work or process.

Support safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

Teamwork: Assist and support other team members in meeting department and site goals. Participate and share in performing all tasks necessary to run the facility. Contribute and participate in team decision making. Provide support in project work and other special requests.

Perform all other functions as necessary.

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