Coating Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Trelleborg’s Engineered Coated Fabrics operation is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry globally. We are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in the polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead. Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside.

Job Description

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Coating Machine Operator is responsible for responsible for setting up and operating machinery and equipment with specified materials or solution(s).

Job Type: Full time, onsite
Schedule: Monday 5:45am - 3pm, Tuesday - Friday 6:45am - 3pm
Compensation: Starting hourly rate of $22.00 an hour. A .50 an hour increase is given after 90 days of employment. A $3,000 retention bonus will be paid out in $1,000 increments at 90 days, 6 months, and 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Mix and apply urethane coatings to a nylon textile.
• Monitors coating machine variables to maintain proper machine conditions.
• Responsible for QC in-line inspection of coated rolls and proper tracking of defects.
• Must understand Acceptance Criteria and all paperwork aspects of job
• Must follow instructions from Supervisor.
• Will be trained to perform all routine operations such as forms & paperwork completion
• Handling of chemical mixes, roll flagging, knife cleaning, oven cleaning, Waste handling and storage.
• Communicates all information to operators on the next shift.
• Ensures that a safe, clean and healthy work environment is maintained at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Basic reading, writing and math skills
• Must be able to read, write and speak basic English
• Previous experience in a manufacturing setting preferred
• Reliable transportation required
• Pre-employment physical, drug screen & background check required

Successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

• Proven work experience in a manufacturing setting
• Familiarity with the use of fork trucks, pallet jacks, and other necessary warehouse equipment
• Strong communication skills
• Physical stamina and dexterity necessary for the work; ability to lift or move at least 40 lbs.
• Positive and team-work focused attitude. Must work well with others.
• Good attendance record
• Attention to detail

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibrations.
• The noise level in the work environment can be loud.
• Trelleborg is a non-smoking property. The use of tobacco is not allowed onsite including outside of the facility.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

As a valued Trelleborg team member, you will enjoy:

• Competitive salary
• Generous benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401k
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee assistance programs
• A rewarding career with greater opportunity for impact

Trelleborg is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.