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Coating Machine Operators - 2nd Shift

Apply Now Submit a Referral Job ID REF14981O Date posted 10/24/2024 Address 111 West Park Drive, Kalkaska, MI Job Type Full-time Job Status Non-Exempt

$2,500 SIGN-ON BONUS!  $250 paid at hire, $500 paid at 3/6/9 months, $750 paid after one year of employment.  We provide a safety-first culture, a climate controlled work environment, and opportunity for pay and skill advancement through our operator level program. 

Our employees enjoy a full benefit package which includes competitively priced medical plan options with FSA and HSA plans, dental, prescription drug, vision, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, wellness programs, employee discounts, 12 paid holidays per year, vacation and sick time starting in year of hire, and a corporate matching gift program for charitable donations! 


2nd shift hours are M-F 2:00pm to 10:30pm; Starting pay is $19.50/hour (including shift premium).

The primary responsibility of this position is to setup, troubleshoot, adjust and operate the coating machine and associated equipment to coat jumbo rolls of polypropylene or polyester film with a solvent-based ink.  Operators are also responsible for quality testing. 

    Qualifications:

    Our ideal candidate has a stable employment history, a positive and collaborative attitude, a desire to learn, and a demonstrated ability to work safely in producing a quality product. Candidates selected for employment must pass a post-offer drug screen and background check. 

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    • High school diploma or equivalent 
    • Basic computer/keyboarding experience preferred including data entry and look-ups.
    • Ability to work overtime/flexible shift 
    • The physical requirements include frequent standing/walking, use of upper extremities to handle/manipulate/lift/carry/reach; occasional bending/squating; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; and visually identify product quality defects.
    • Prior applicable manufacturing and a mechanical aptitude are preferred, but not required. 

    Coding Products (Kalkaska, MI) is a member of the Specialty Films division of Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW), a Fortune 200 global diversified industrial manufacturer.  We offer a safe, clean work environment with a stable company that has been specializing in the development and manufacture of standard and custom printing ribbons for 40 years. 

    ITW Specialty Films is a division of Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW), a Fortune 200 global diversified industrial manufacturer.  ITW Specialty Films designs, manufactures and markets specialized coated and/or metalized films for the Card, Security, and Medical markets.  We offer a safe, clean work environment with a stable company. 

    If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system due to your disability, please email hrdept@itwsf.com to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged.

    ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

    As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  

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    At ITW, we value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences, and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

    Equal Opportunities

    ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Read more information here.

    If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access this online application system process due to your disability, please email corp_accessibility@itw.com to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged.