Coater Assistant

About us:

Miraclon is the home of FLEXCEL Solutions, which have helped transform flexographic printing for more than a decade. The technology, including the industry-leading FLEXCEL NX and FLEXCEL NX Ultra Systems, and FLEXCEL NX Print Suite that enables PureFlexo™ Printing, maximizes on-press efficiency, delivers higher quality and overall best-in-class results. With a focus on pioneering image science, innovation, and collaboration with industry partners and customers, Miraclon is committed to the future of flexo and continues to be positioned to lead the charge. Find out more at www.miraclon.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. 

Summary:

The purpose of this job is to assist the coater operator with the operation of coating equipment used in the manufacturing of film and/or paper products.  Basic knowledge of the machine process is required.  Is aware of and responsible for process stability and quality.  Is responsible for the effective and efficient use of the manufacturing facility and the quality of the output.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

     Primary/Essential:

• Responsible for loading and unloading stock stands and setting up splicers, slitters, marking systems and lasers
• Must be able to operate coater stations during the absence of the Coater Operator
• Responsible for providing the production area with the proper raw materials listed on the work order as well as relocating and reporting the movement of said raw materials using the current reporting system (SAP)
• Maintains the cleanliness of the work area and ensures that it operated in a safe, productive manner
• Responsible for performing preventative maintenance of equipment
• Must be able to set up and operate equipment and machinery where ordinary adjustments are required, as well as clean, disassemble, and remove it at the end of a job
• Must be able to perform manual tasks where accuracy is important
  • Set up and adjust delicate instruments as well as enter data into the designated database
• Must be able to operate fork truck equipment, powered and manual material handling equipment, and overhead hoists
  • Responsible for insuring equipment is maintained in a serviceable condition by conducting daily documented inspections
• Perform flow rate calculations based on percent solids to determine correct coating parameters
• Exhibit departmental and plant leadership for meeting safety, customer service, and productivity goals, and the certification of peers.
• Required to meet Plant/Company guidelines for attendance
• Properly label, package, and maintain all hazardous material in accordance with EPA requirements
• Perform all required in process and release testing per SOP or special instruction, translate test results and corrections into a proper, understandable format, and record data electronically

Secondary:

• Coordinate input material delivery
• Participates in Safety/Housekeeping Audits
• Performs other job duties as assigned to meet business needs 

Key/Critical Competencies:

• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong communication skills
• Computer skills

Education and Experience:

• High school degree or GED required 
•  Three (3) to twelve (12) months coating experience is required to achieve acceptable quality and quantity performance, Preferred or must be able to learn the role within the allotted time. 

Role:

• Possesses, and is able to communicate to their peers, product quality information using their judgement to interpret testing results as they apply to product functionality. 
• Able to apply analytical skills to troubleshoot non-conforming product or processes 
• Able to recognize hazardous situations and knows how to address said situations safely/properly
• Able to exercise considerable judgement in prioritizing workload.
• Safety – proper protective equipment required/provided (steel toed footwear, safety glasses with side shields, protective clothing – flame retardant smock, respirator, cut resistant gloves) as dictated by the work environment.