Coater Machine Operator

Advantage Resourcing is looking for a detail-oriented Coater Machine Operator to join our team in Putnam, CT. In this role, you will be responsible for operating a machine that applies solvent-based adhesives to a moving web, ensuring an even, high-quality coating. You'll work closely with the Lead Laminating Operator and team members to maintain machine efficiency, perform product changeovers, and ensure a safe working environment. Pay Rate: Starts at $20/hour, with potential to increase up to $23/hour Shift: 3rd Shift (10:45 PM - 7:00 AM) Work Schedule: Regular 40-hour work week (Sunday 11:00 PM to Friday 7:00 AM) Overtime opportunities (Friday 11:00 PM to Saturday 7:00 AM) Responsibilities: Operate the reverse roll coating head to apply adhesive to a moving web, ensuring a uniform application. Monitor machine settings using a computer screen and adjust as necessary to correct any coating flaws. Follow written instructions and take verbal direction from the Lead Laminating Operator. Perform quick product changeovers and machine cleanups to minimize downtime. Use material handling equipment (hoists, forklifts, and barrel trucks) to move large rolls of film and adhesive drums. Lift machine parts weighing up to 75 lbs. during setup and cleanup. Mix adhesive formulations, using a mechanical dissolver/mixer. Work safely with flammable organic solvents, such as M.E.K. and Toluene. Maintain a clean work area by disposing of scrap, waste, and debris as it accumulates. Assist with coating and laminating operations, especially during breaks or relief periods. Follow hazardous waste protocols (training provided). Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth and efficient operations across the department. Qualifications: Ability to safely maneuver a dolly with heavy drums of liquid. Ability to stand and walk for the duration of the shift. Entry-level position; prior experience with machinery operation and material handling is required. Comfortable working in a non-air-conditioned environment that may be dirty or sticky at times, requiring flexibility and a strong focus on safety. The services you offer are not without uplifting benefits to show our appreciation for your time and energy! Payday every single Friday by direct deposit or pay card. You will have access to a dedicated local team that cares about your success and is here to support you every step of the way. Don't forget about our employee discounts and referral bonus potential. We offer medical, dental, vision, and 401K options to suit you and your family's needs. Interested? Click "Apply Now" and our dedicated recruiter will reach out to discuss this exciting opportunity with you! The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee. After you have applied, download our Staffmark Group WorkNOW App to receive real-time job offers and apply for additional opportunities. You can download it from the App Store or get it on Google Play.