We’re glad you’re exploring our Coating Line Operator position and want to share some of the details.
Starting Pay: $22.79
Off-shift positions are eligible for additional shift premium pay.
At Fort Wayne Metals, we specialize in producing top-quality wires, cables, and assemblies designed to enhance and safeguard lives. Our products are used in everything from our customers’ stents and surgical robots to aircraft and automobiles. At our essence, we are thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers, leveraging our knowledge of materials to create customized solutions for our customers.
Join us in our dedication to making a tangible impact through our advanced materials and superior products.
The main responsibility of a Coating Line Operator is to Operate coating systems for optimal utilization of coating line to meet customer specifications. Support equipment evaluation and validation.
Education & Experience Requirements
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High school diploma or equivalency required.
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Experience in a production or assembly environment, preferred.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in coating in a manufacturing environment
- Continuous learning around extrusion theory and gain a full understanding of the coating process.
- Operate system to meet production order requirements for regular orders, trial orders, sample orders, and to maintain an inventory for work in process.
- Perform in process checks of coated wire for centering of wire within coating, surface conditions, adhesion of coating to wire, and coating thickness, using microscope, bench micrometer, and laser micrometer. Based on in process check results, independently determine suitability of coated wire for use compared to customer’s specifications. When wire is not suitable, trouble shoot and resolve problems.
- Inspect incoming wire for surface condition, configuration, and size to confirm it is acceptable to coat. When not acceptable, communicate with source department to resolve concerns.
- Prepare samples from the work in process inventory in order to ship to customers.
- Troubleshoot and improve processes and techniques to yield greater efficiency and quality of coated products.
- Assembling and disassembling Extrusion and Polyimide Machines.
- Maintain cleanliness of tooling by cleaning and swabbing with isopropyl alcohol and/or blasting with grit blaster as needed. Judge the condition of hypo tubing. Correct/change out, as necessary.
- Participate in validation of new equipment/processes by producing coated wire and communicating results to Engineer.
- Perform periodic cleaning and preventative maintenance of Coating and Clean Room equipment, including disassembly of the extrusion system, roller straightener, and Godet wheels, etc.
- Perform routine (daily) cleaning of extrusion room and polyimide coating area.
- Keeping area supplied with spools for use in the department, to include the cleaning of spools.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
Skills Needed:
- Ability to perform basic computer functions.
- Possess intermediate math, reading, and writing skills.
- Mechanical aptitude is a must.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good hand dexterity.
- Understand and apply safe work practices.
- Problem solving/ trouble shooting ability.
- Strong communication skills.
- Team oriented.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
- Fast-paced production environment.
- Work hours consist of 40 hours per week.
- Overtime may sometimes be required.
- May work with and around hazardous chemicals.
- Appropriate PPE must be worn where posted and required.
- Exposure to fluctuating temperatures may occur.
- Working with high heat tooling temperatures. (500-600 degrees Fahrenheit).
- Average weights in production range from 10-25 lbs. Maximum weights may exceed 75-80 lbs. on occasion.
- May be required to perform work above shoulder height.
- Frequent bending, twisting, lifting and squatting.
- Must be able to access all areas of operation.
- Standing/walking most of shift.
Benefits & Wellness Resources
The health and well-being of Fort Wayne Metals is a critical part of our culture. In addition to offering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options to suit your needs, we’d like to share some of the other fundamental resources that make Fort Wayne Metals a premier place to work:
Physical Wellness
- Parkview Wellness Coach
- Ready to assist with your physical and nutritional wellness needs.
- Gym Facilities
- 4 onsite gym locations as well as discounts for regional gym facilities
- Health Challenges
- From pickleball tournaments, sponsored races & sports leagues, to participating in the YMCA’s Corporate Challenge, we have a variety of fun ways to stay active.
Mental Wellness
- When You Need to Talk
- 5 sessions of counseling are available to you and all members of your immediate household at no cost.
- Relaxing Time-Off
- Qualify for Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay on your first day of employment.
Social Wellness
- Epic Events
- From TinCaps Night to family days at the zoo, we offer multiple activities throughout the year for employees and their families.
- Employee Resource Group
- A voluntary, employee-led group formed to bring employees together and is centered around a common interest or identity.
Professional Wellness
- Grow Your Career
- We offer many opportunities to continue your development and growth.
- Performance Feedback
- Receive regular and constructive feedback from your manager and peers to help you grow and improve.
Financial Wellness
- Annual Profit Sharing & 401k matching
- Dropping dollars into your 401k. When you contribute 7%, we’ll contribute 3.5%.
- Quarterly Bonus
- When we perform well, everyone benefits! Receive discretionary bonuses each quarter based on company performance.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Getting your first degree? Great! Whatever your major, we’ll help pick up the tab!
- Your Money Line
- Employer-provided 1:1 financial guidance, education, & tools – so you can stress less about money and enjoy greater stability & confidence.
There are many reasons to apply for this position, and these are just a few. Join us!
Notice to Employees and Applicants:
This job position may require access to controlled technology or technical data; the applicant must be a candidate for export licensing and willing to participate in export licensing, if required.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fort Wayne Metals Research Products Corp is proud to be committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Fort Wayne Metals is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination.
Fort Wayne Metals Research Products LLC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact Accessibility@fwmetals.com.