Coating Technician – Weekends (Fri-Sun 7am-7pm)

Oerlikon

. Set up, operate, and monitor coating equipment used to process customer products .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeElgin • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $24 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in operating and monitoring coating equipment while adhering to safety and environmental standards. Capable of performing detailed production operations and maintaining equipment and work areas in optimal condition.

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Coating Equipment OperationAttention To DetailManufacturing ExperienceSafety Regulations ComplianceMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Coating Process MonitoringPre-Treatment ActivitiesProcess Parameter EntryProduction Operations SupportDefective Material Detection

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeam CollaborationPositive AttitudeWillingness To Work Overtime

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcel SpreadsheetsAccess Database

Industry Keywords

Health StandardsEnvironmental StandardsSafety StandardsManufacturing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set up, operate, and monitor coating equipment used to process customer products
Prepare and configure coating chambers
Load and unload products
Enter process parameters
Perform required pre-treatment activities
Monitor coating processes to ensure customer specifications are met
Manage each coating cycle from setup through completion safely and efficiently
Perform production operations supporting the manufacturing process
Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor
Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
Follow prescribed safety regulations and current health, environmental, and safety standards
Communicate clearly with co-workers and supervisors
Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School graduate or GED or equivalent experience
Able to stand for 9+ hours
Good dexterity, attention to fine details, and depth perception
Regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds; frequently up to 25 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds
Close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, hand-eye coordination, and ability to adjust focus
Strong attention to detail
Good verbal and written communication skills
Basic understanding of Microsoft Office, Excel spreadsheets, and Access database
Positive attitude and willingness to work overtime when required
Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions
Ability to work as part of a team
Must conform to current health, environmental, and safety standards
Manufacturing experience would be advantageous
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations under ITAR

Benefits

Comp & perks

Development opportunities
Competitive salary
Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums
Company-sponsored HSA contributions
Dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs
401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match
Financial planning and education options
Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources
Generous paid time off
10 observed company holidays and 2 floaters
100% company-paid life insurance and disability insurance
Employee Referral Bonus program
2 weeks paid time off accrued monthly
12 holidays
48 hours personal/sick time (exception for NY where State law applies)
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), holidays, pet insurance and tuition reimbursement effective day one of hire
Eligibility to participate in a discretionary incentive program may be available