Machine Operator

Location:

Matthews

Pay: $19.00/hr - $20.00/hr

Shifts:

Rotating schedule — 30 days on first shift, 30 days on second shift, 30 days on third shift. Must be willing to work all shifts.

We are seeking a motivated Coating Assistant Operator I to join our production team. This role plays a key part in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of our coating equipment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-minded, and eager to learn.

• Follow all company safety rules, regulations, and policies.
• Identify and respond to potential safety hazards (machine guarding, light curtains, pinch points, LOTO, SDS, grounding, e-stops, fire alarms, evacuations).
• Lift up to 50 lbs. multiple times during a shift.
• Learn and operate online support equipment: HMI’s (SCADA/Wonder Ware), camera systems, thickness gauges, UV lights, viscometers, corona treaters, web cleaners, edge guides.
• Develop understanding of TPM (Preventive Maintenance), FIFO, material usage, and charging.
• Perform Make Ready tasks: die setups, pump setups, hose making, feed system assembly, and parts cleaning.
• Set up, start up, and run coating machines as required.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic equipment and quality issues.
• Maintain quality standards and follow quality system procedures.
• Handle materials to support production and maintain accurate records of time and materials.
• Work effectively in a team environment while maintaining good housekeeping standards.
• Complete powered industrial vehicle certification (if required).
• Participate in training, team projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Basic math skills (calculator use required).
• Computer literacy (retrieve emails and electronic information).
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Strong organizational and housekeeping skills.
• Good physical condition, motor control, and hand/eye coordination.
• Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts (30 days per shift cycle).

People Share provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.