Machine Operator - Automated Spray Line - 1st Shift

Summary:
We are seeking a dependable Spray Line Operator to run our automated spray line, dry oven, and UV curing tunnel. This role includes loading chemicals, monitoring production, maintaining quality standards, and performing routine cleaning and maintenance. The job is physically demanding and requires working in noisy, dusty, and hot conditions.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate spray line equipment, dry oven, and curing tunnel
• Load/unload products and chemicals
• Follow SOPs and QC standards using work instructions and visual checks
• Ensure correct coatings and materials are used; verify part numbers and specifications
• Communicate production needs with supervisor and team
• Perform operator-level preventative maintenance, including filter changes and equipment cleaning
• Support continuous improvement in safety, efficiency, and organization

Additional duties required:

• Oversee the efficiency of operators feeding and catching on the line.
• Working closely with engineering and management.

Required Qualifications:

• Previous machine operating experience (2 years)
• Excellent math skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Problem-solving acuity

Working Conditions:

• Work in noisy, dusty, and warm/hot environments
• Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and 15–20 lbs repeatedly
• Exposure to chemicals that will require PPE and safe handling procedures

Other duties:

• General housekeeping
• Flex to other areas as needed

Vacation, Holiday, & PTO Pay

Job Type: Full-time

Required education: High school or GED equivalent

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday / Overtime (including Saturday's) when Posted

Please note 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.

Penn Wood Products, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company makes employment decisions based on merit. It is the Company's policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities.

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