Coater Operator

Location: Strongsville, OH
Schedule: 12-Hour Shifts | 5:45 AM – 6:00 PM | Must be available to work weekends
Training: 1st Shift Training Provided
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire

A local Strongsville manufacturing plant is hiring dependable and detail-oriented Coater Operators to join their production team. The Coater Operator is responsible for setting up and operating coating machines that apply inks and coatings to a variety of rolled substrates, including metals, PET, paper, and liners.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with manufacturing, machine operation, or coating/printing experience who are seeking steady 12-hour shifts, strong pay, and long-term employment potential.

• Prepare, set up, and operate coating machines to apply inks and coatings to rolled metals, PET, paper, and liner materials per job specifications.

• Monitor machine performance, coating quality, and product consistency throughout production runs.

• Perform product testing, inspections, and quality checks per standard operating procedures.

• Verify dimensions and coating specifications for accuracy.

• Identify and correct issues such as coating defects, jams, or uneven application.

• Perform routine machine maintenance and adjustments as needed.

• Prepare coating solutions following written instructions and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area using proper PPE.

• Load and unload materials onto and off of coating machines.

• Complete daily production logs, order sheets, and documentation accurately.

• Maintain cleanliness and order in the work area, machines, tools, and equipment.

• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and efficiency
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• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Cross-train on additional equipment and production processes.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Previous experience in coating, printing, or manufacturing strongly preferred.

• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and complete documentation.

• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with fractions and decimals.

• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
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• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
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• Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and move up to 50 lbs regularly.

• Willingness to work 12-hour night shifts and weekends as required.

• Excellent pay: $21/hr

• Full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential for hire.

• Hands-on training on 1st shift before moving to your permanent schedule.

• Clean, safe, and team-oriented manufacturing environment.