| Location | Worcester, MA |
Location: Worcester, MA 01605
Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour + 13% shift differential ($24.86/hour total)
Shift: 3rd Shift – 11:30 PM to 8:00 AM
Schedule: 40 hours per week, 30-minute lunch
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Open Positions: 1
We are seeking a reliable, safety-conscious Coating Operator to support manufacturing operations at Saint-Gobain's facility in Worcester, Massachusetts.
This position involves operating industrial coating and laminating machinery to apply silicone, non-silicone, and adhesive coatings to plastic films according to customer specifications. Finished materials are prepared for additional processing or shipment to customers.
The ideal candidate has previous manufacturing experience, particularly working with heavy industrial machinery, production equipment, or automated manufacturing systems.
Candidates should have strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to follow work orders, make machine adjustments, and maintain consistent product quality.
Prior coating or laminating experience is beneficial, but candidates with relevant industrial machine operation experience are encouraged to apply.
Set up, operate, and monitor industrial coating and laminating machines.
Prepare equipment for production by verifying machine cleanliness, temperatures, airflow, speed, and material threading.
Load raw materials onto machinery using hand cranks or hydraulic lifting equipment.
Adjust machine speed, tension, and other operating parameters using manual controls or touchscreen interfaces.
Monitor equipment during production and make adjustments to maintain product quality.
Identify basic machine operating issues and perform routine troubleshooting.
Use basic hand tools, including screwdrivers, hammers, and socket sets, when working with machine components.
Apply silicone, non-silicone, and adhesive mixtures to film materials according to production requirements.
Prepare and add coating mixtures to machinery using pumps or manual methods.
Follow established procedures to maintain proper coating consistency and application.
Operate equipment according to work orders, process folders, and customer specifications.
Ensure proper material handling throughout the coating and laminating process.
Prepare finished materials for additional processing, staging, or shipment.
Perform routine quality checks throughout production.
Inspect coated materials for scratches, defects, and other visible imperfections.
Verify coating quality and consistency according to production specifications.
Make appropriate equipment adjustments to reduce defects and prevent material damage.
Communicate quality concerns or unclear production requirements to supervisors.
Review daily assignments, work orders, and production specifications.
Identify and verify raw materials, coating mixtures, and supplies against work orders.
Record material movements and production information using the QAD inventory management system.
Follow established documentation and inventory control procedures.
Maintain accurate production records and communicate with supervisors regarding workflow requirements.
Follow all company safety procedures when operating industrial machinery.
Safely handle heavy materials, machine components, and production equipment.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe manufacturing work area.
Use required personal protective equipment.
Report equipment concerns, unsafe conditions, and production issues promptly.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Previous experience working in a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
Experience operating or working around heavy industrial machinery or production equipment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn machine setup and operating procedures.
Ability to read and understand work orders, job folders, and written instructions.
Basic mathematical skills, including measurements, conversions, weights, volumes, and distances.
Ability to use basic hand tools and make routine equipment adjustments.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively as part of a manufacturing team.
Availability to work the assigned third-shift schedule.
Experience operating industrial coating, laminating, converting, or film-processing equipment.
Experience with automated manufacturing machinery or production lines.
Familiarity with machine speed, tension, temperature, and airflow adjustments.
Experience performing basic machine troubleshooting and quality inspections.
Experience with QAD or another manufacturing inventory system.
Previous experience handling industrial rolls, films, adhesives, or coating materials.
This position involves physically demanding work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Candidates must be able to:
Occasionally lift or move materials weighing up to 70 pounds without assistance.
Assist with handling plastic film rolls weighing up to 200 pounds using appropriate assistance or equipment.
Frequently stand, walk, reach, handle materials, and operate machinery.
Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Perform tasks requiring close vision, depth perception, and visual inspection of finished products.
Work safely around moving mechanical equipment.
Active industrial manufacturing facility with moving machinery.
Occasional exposure to heat, fumes, and airborne dust.
Moderate to loud noise levels, particularly when industrial blowers are operating.
Required PPE may include safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and dust masks.