US - Lead Coating Operator

Join our team as a Lead Coating Operator! You'll play a crucial role in ensuring our production processes run smoothly and efficiently. Your expertise will help us maintain high-quality standards and achieve our production goals.

We offer full medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one; with competitive wages and bonus opportunities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Machine Operation and Monitoring:
  • Set up, operate, and monitor extrusion machines to produce products according to specifications.
  • Adjust machine parameters like temperature, pressure, and feed rate to optimize product quality.
  • Identify and troubleshoot any malfunctions or deviations from standard production.
• Quality Control:
  • Regularly inspect extruded products for quality defects like dimension variations, surface imperfections, and color consistency.
  • Perform necessary adjustments to maintain quality standards.
  • Conduct quality checks and document results per company procedures.
• Team Leadership:
  • Train and mentor co-workers on proper machine operation and safety procedures.
  • Assign tasks to team members based on production needs.
  • Monitor team performance and address any operational issues.
• Maintenance and Housekeeping:
  • Perform routine cleaning and maintenance tasks on extrusion equipment to prevent breakdowns.
  • Identify and report any necessary repairs or replacements to maintenance.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure safety and efficiency.

• Production Planning and Reporting:
  • Collaborate with production planning to ensure materials and production schedules are met.
  • Track production metrics and generate reports on efficiency, scrap rates, and quality.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical Skills: Thorough understanding of extrusion processes, machine operation, and quality control principles preferred.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose and resolve production issues quickly and effectively.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and motivate a team of operators.
• Attention to Detail: High level of focus on maintaining product quality and consistency.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Understanding of basic mechanical concepts and ability to perform minor repairs.

PHYSICAL, AUDITORY, DEXTERITY, AND VISUAL DEMANDS

Physical Exertion: 100% of the day, i.e. when sitting (5%), standing (20%), and walking (40%) while conducting work activities; lifting (10%) more than 25lbs, climbing stairs and ladders (10%); pushing and pulling (10%) more than 25lbs; and while sweeping/mopping (5%)

Auditory Concentration: Not applicable

Dexterity Requirements: 40% of the day, i.e. when writing and recording production reports; cutting fabric; using small hand tools such as utility knives, wrenches, and screwdrivers; sorting product; adjusting gauges; keyboarding/typing on the machine's computer, filing plant orders and quality reports; and when operating machinery such as the crane, pallet jack, conveyor, and shaft puller.

Visual Concentration: 100% of the day, i.e. when observing word and numbers on the computer screen; inspecting product and equipment; monitoring dials, gauges, and equipment; color matching; and when reading plant orders and schedules.