Coating Line Operator

About the role

Our Manufacturing team is committed to delivering high-quality products through operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. The Coating Line Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring coating line equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate production of coated seed products. This role focuses on machine operation, maintaining production flow, executing production blendsheets accurately, performing quality checks, and supporting daily operational readiness. This position will begin on day shift for training before transitioning to a swing shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate coating line machinery safely and efficiently to meet daily production goals.
• Follow and maintain production blendsheets accurately to ensure proper product formulation, material usage, and batch consistency.
• Set up, adjust, and monitor machine settings to maintain coating quality and operational performance standards.
• Conduct routine product checks and communicate quality concerns or operational issues to leadership promptly.
• Monitor product flow, seed treatment application, and equipment performance to ensure consistent output.
• Complete accurate production documentation, including blendsheets, material usage, downtime tracking, and shift reports.
• Perform routine cleanouts, sanitation procedures, and product changeovers to maintain quality and prevent contamination.
• Inspect equipment, hoses, and operational systems for wear, blockages, or malfunctions and report maintenance needs.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of manufacturing or coating line equipment preferred.
• Ability to accurately read, interpret, and execute production blendsheets.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product accuracy.
• Proven reliability, consistent attendance, and ability to work scheduled shifts.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining quality standards.

Working conditions

• Manufacturing environment requires standing, walking, lifting, and working around production equipment.
• May require flexible hours, overtime, and shift adjustments based on production demands.

Pay

This position pays $20 per hour depending on experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid parental leave