Process Technician - Coating ( C2 Shift)
Compensation
The Role
This role supports coating operations through daily process improvement, equipment troubleshooting, machine operation, preventive maintenance, and training of production operators.
Technicians in this position show a developing aptitude for solving problems, preventing recurring issues, and contributing to continuous improvement within both the process and themselves. They also demonstrate a basic understanding of operations, equipment, and workflows, and apply these skills when collaborating with peers, engineers, or cross-functional teams.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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A Coating Process Tech is expected to demonstrate developing strength in the following areas:
- Safety & Operations
+ Identify and eliminate safety risks to promote a safe, effective work environment.
+ Perform and participate in weekly operations preventive maintenance (Ops PM).
+ Create, train, maintain, and audit Centerlines for any coating-area processes.
- Training & Communication
+ Train production operators in troubleshooting, TCC usage, Ops PM activities, and other areas as assigned.
+ Provide feedback regarding processes and potential improvements to Engineers or Managers.
+ Accurately communicate shift findings and activities in passdown meetings.
- Materials & Quality
+ Demonstrate basic knowledge of raw materials and quality testing requirements.
+ Collect samples and perform standard testing in collaboration with quality techs and operators.
+ Understand quality criteria for finished products and troubleshoot process-related defects.
+ Develop introductory understanding of coating properties (e.g., % solids, viscosity, pH) and material chemistry.
- Process Understanding
+ Build knowledge of key coating process steps: forming part quality, coating application, drying, cooling, and stacking/counting.
+ Develop introductory skills across forming and coating processes, including machine steps such as denesting, EOAT/pick-and-place transfer, coating booth operations, ovens/dryers, and stacking/counting.
+ Gain general knowledge of process control, valve and instrument function, and coating-product interactions.
- Collaboration & Improvement
+ Work with Process Engineers and SMEs to understand equipment, process flow, raw materials, and performance outcomes.
+ Support new equipment installation, startup, or optimization with vendors or suppliers.
+ Partner with the Maintenance team on PMs, spare-parts identification, and developing best practices for equipment care.
+ Participate in process trials (with Engineering support or independently) by identifying rationale, collecting and analyzing data, and reporting outcomes using DMAIC and other Lean Six Sigma concepts.
- Technology & Documentation
+ Use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to document process changes, track outcomes, and support Centerline adherence.
+ Develop and write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or Work Instructions as needed.
+ Deliver presentations to plant leadership and peers when required.
Duties and Responsibilities
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- Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) at all times.
- Perform independent troubleshooting and support continuous process improvement.
- Work independently on assigned projects or tasks as needed.
- Complete tasks and responsibilities assigned by supervisor or management.
- Carry out all other duties as required.
What makes a person successful in this position.
- High school diploma plus 1-2 years of Mechanical/Electrical Vo-Tech or Manufacturing Technology courses.
- A minimum of 1-3 years manufacturing industry experience, preferably pulp, paper, or coating related.
- 1-3 years of experience in process troubleshooting.
- Technical background or previous work experience involving process troubleshooting.
- An introductory understanding of the entire coating process
What makes Sabert a great place to work:
Pay, benefits and more.
Sabert is eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more. To learn more about our benefits click here.
Learn More About Sabert:
We are a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions. The company was founded in 1983 grounded in the purpose of reinventing food packaging to nourish and protect our world. Today we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide spectrum of packaging solutions for food distributors, restaurants & caterers, grocery stores, national food chains and consumer entertaining.
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Benefits
Estimated- Competitive pay
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Overtime available
- Safety training provided
