Process Technician, Coating

Overview

This role supports coating operations through daily process improvement, equipment troubleshooting, machine operation, preventive maintenance, and training of production operators. Technicians in this position show a developing aptitude for solving problems, preventing recurring issues, and contributing to continuous improvement within both the process and themselves. They also demonstrate a basic understanding of operations, equipment, and workflows, and apply these skills when collaborating with peers, engineers, or cross-functional teams.

A Coating Process Tech I is expected to demonstrate developing strength in the following areas:

• Safety & Operations
  • Identify and eliminate safety risks to promote a safe, effective work environment.
  • Perform and participate in weekly operations preventive maintenance (Ops PM).
  • Create, train, maintain, and audit Centerlines for any coating-area processes.
• Training & Communication
  • Train production operators in troubleshooting, TCC usage, Ops PM activities, and other areas as assigned.
  • Provide feedback regarding processes and potential improvements to Engineers or Managers.
  • Accurately communicate shift findings and activities in passdown meetings.
• Materials & Quality
  • Demonstrate basic knowledge of raw materials and quality testing requirements.
  • Collect samples and perform standard testing in collaboration with quality techs and operators.
  • Understand quality criteria for finished products and troubleshoot process-related defects.
  • Develop introductory understanding of coating properties (e.g., % solids, viscosity, pH) and material chemistry.
• Process Understanding
  • Build knowledge of key coating process steps: forming part quality, coating application, drying, cooling, and stacking/counting.
  • Develop introductory skills across forming and coating processes, including machine steps such as denesting, EOAT/pick-and-place transfer, coating booth operations, ovens/dryers, and stacking/counting.
  • Gain general knowledge of process control, valve and instrument function, and coating-product interactions.
• Collaboration & Improvement
  • Work with Process Engineers and SMEs to understand equipment, process flow, raw materials, and performance outcomes.
  • Support new equipment installation, startup, or optimization with vendors or suppliers.
  • Partner with the Maintenance team on PMs, spare-parts identification, and developing best practices for equipment care.
  • Participate in process trials (with Engineering support or independently) by identifying rationale, collecting and analyzing data, and reporting outcomes using DMAIC and other Lean Six Sigma concepts.
• Technology & Documentation
  • Use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to document process changes, track outcomes, and support Centerline adherence.
  • Develop and write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or Work Instructions as needed.
  • Deliver presentations to plant leadership and peers when required.

• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) at all times.
• Perform independent troubleshooting and support continuous process improvement.
• Work independently on assigned projects or tasks as needed.
• Complete tasks and responsibilities assigned by supervisor or management.

Summary
Carry out all other duties as required.

What makes Sabert a great place to work: Sabert is eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more. To learn more about our benefits .

Learn More About Sabert
We are a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions. The company was founded in 1983 grounded in the purpose of reinventing food packaging to nourish and protect our world. Today we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide spectrum of packaging solutions for food distributors, restaurants & caterers, grocery stores, national food chains and consumer entertaining.

We’re committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. For accommodations please call  or email  Please do not send resumes to the above email address; applications submitted via email will not be considered unless specifically invited to do so.

Sabert Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, political belief or activity, or any other basis prohibited by law or regulation.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work legally in the United States for Sabert. Sabert will not commence an employment-based immigration case to fill this open position.