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Coating Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Heartland Group Inc
Little Chute, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 2/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYThe Coating Machine Operator is responsible for setting up and operating a coating printing machine to produce print on label rolls. Coating machine uses 300 degree adhesive (silicone and hot melt adhesive). REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENTTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSFollow 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.Maintain production records and logs of equipment and product performance.Adjust set up and process operations accordingly.Follow coating formulas to weigh and prepare coating solutions for application to substrates (paper, poly, etc.).Inspect and examine printed products for print clarity, color accuracy, conformance to specifications, and external defects. Ability to test coat weights, and functional properties after coating to ensure quality product.Load raw material into machine and unload finished product.Perform tests and check product routinely for multiple characteristics using standard measuring devices and making some judgments against not readily measurable standards.Reposition printing plates, adjust pressure rolls, or otherwise adjust machines to improve print quality, using knobs, hand wheels, or hand tools. Set and adjust speed, temperature, ink flow, and positions and pressure tolerances of equipment. Examine job orders to determine details such as quantities to be printed, production times, stock specifications, colors, color sequences, and anilox BCM (Billion Cubic Microns). Select and install printing plates, rollers, feed guides, gauges, screens, stencils, dies, and cylinders in machines according to specifications, using hand tools. Monitor feeding, printing, coating, and racking processes of presses to maintain specified operating levels and to detect malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary. Pour or spread ink, color compounds, and other materials into reservoirs, troughs, hoppers, or color holders of printing units, making measurements and adjustments to control color and viscosity. Blend and test inks, stains, and solvents according to types of material being printed and work order specifications. Clean and lubricate printing and coating machines and components, using oil, solvents, brushes, rags, and hoses. Measure screens and use measurements to center and align screens in proper positions and sequences on machines, using gauges and hand tools. Other duties as assigned. RequirementsCompetency StatementsAccountability : The extent to which an individual is willing to accept responsibility.Accuracy : The extent to which an individual's work is correct and error free within company policies and guidelines.Adaptability : The extent to which an individual can fit into a changing work environment.Communication, Oral & Written : The extent to which an individual communicates with clarity, actively engaging in conversations in order to clearly understand others' message and intent, and received and processes feedback.Organized : The ability of the individual to be structured and methodical in working skills.Problem Solving : The ability to recognize courses of action which can be taken to handle problems or potential problems.Safety Awareness : The ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.Required EducationHigh School Diploma or GEDPreferred EducationTechnical Certification or Associates Degree in printing processes.Preferred ExperiencePrevious coating experience and / or flexographic printing experience.Computer SkillsMust have working knowledge of the use of a PC and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Other SkillsMechanical aptitude is a must. Math / algebra skills is preferred, used in the quality testing process.Working knowledge of chemistry is preferred, used in the mixing of the coating batches. Equal Opportunity Employer - Including Disabled and Veterans#HRTLPSalary Description Pay Based On Experience

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