Wknd Coating Assistant- Day Shift

About the role

The Coating Assistant supports Mativ’s Sustainable & Adhesive Solutions function by setting up and operating coating machines that apply specific adhesives to a variety of release liners and substrates. The position requires full‑set up and operation of both the wet and dry ends of the machine while maintaining a clean‑room appearance at all times.

Responsibilities

• Utilize specified materials and clean the coating machine as directed to ensure product quality meets specifications.
• Prepare raw materials (adhesive, solvents, additives, and liners) for use in the coating process at the assigned machine.
• Operate material‑handling equipment (lift trucks, hoists, platform trucks, etc.) safely to move and position materials; follow safe lifting practices (heavy lifting/movements involved).
• Confirm job work orders and product process sheets comply with material set‑up; enter data into the computer system and ensure inventory accuracy for each job.
• Perform complete set‑up and operation of the wet or dry end and all other coater‑related machine functions.
• Assist the coating team to ensure maximum quality, safety, and efficiency, including changeovers, cleaning, and simple maintenance.
• Prepare material for subsequent jobs at the machine.
• Safely lift and position pumps (32 lb.) into a drum of adhesive.
• Communicate shift activities to ensure smooth transition during shift change; be at the machine ten minutes before shift start.
• Alert shift supervisor to any quality issues or machine malfunctions.
• Maintain cell housekeeping and assist with general department housekeeping as required.
• Organize the workstation to maximize efficiency and safety; promote teamwork.
• Complete necessary adjustments and fine‑tune equipment to achieve optimal performance.
• Demonstrate attributes aligned with Mativ’s North Star and Company Values.
• Perform all operations in accordance with ISO procedures.
• Participate in continuous‑improvement programs to enhance manufacturing processes.
• Assist the department and other coating operators on all tasks as needed.
• Perform any other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
• Fluency in English (verbal and written), basic math and reading skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to accurately use measuring devices.
• Good computer skills for data entry.
• Preferred: manufacturing experience and exposure to machines.

Schedule

Friday to Sunday, 6:00 am – 6:00 pm.

Benefits

Mativ offers a benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of employees and their families. The offerings are high in quality, competitive in the marketplace, and affordable, providing choices on many levels.

About Mativ

Mativ Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The company connects, protects, and purifies the world through a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that solve complex customer challenges. Operating on three continents with sales in nearly 100 countries, Mativ’s two segments—Filtration & Advanced Materials and Sustainable & Adhesive Solutions—serve premium applications across diversified markets, including filtration, healthcare, and sustainable packaging. The company’s portfolio combines polymers, fibers, and resins to optimize performance across the value chain, supported by best‑in‑class manufacturing, supply chain, and materials‑science capabilities.