Job Summary Required Qualifications and Skills
A well-established manufacturing company in Norwalk, CA is hiring a Coating Line Operator for a full-time, direct hire opportunity. This role is ideal for a dependable production professional with experience operating automated or semi-automated equipment and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and consistency.
As a Coating Line Operator, you will operate an automated flat-line coating system used to apply adhesives, sealers, primers, and finishing materials to cabinet components and wood products. This is a hands-on production role in a team-oriented environment where employees are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow.
The company offers a stable work environment, weekly pay, strong benefits, paid time off, retirement savings options, and a positive culture built around teamwork, craftsmanship, open communication, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, start, and operate the automated flat-line coating machine according to standard operating procedures.
- Load wood components onto the infeed conveyor and unload, inspect, and stage finished parts at the outfeed.
- Mix and prepare coating materials, including adhesives, sealers, primers, and finishes, according to specifications and mix ratios.
- Monitor coating quality throughout production and adjust conveyor speed, spray pressure, and material flow as needed.
- Clean spray guns, nozzles, conveyor belts, trays, and related equipment while supporting routine preventive maintenance.
- Record production data, machine settings, and material usage while communicating issues, material needs, and production status to leadership.
Compensation and Benefits
- Direct hire opportunity.
- Full-time position.
- Starting pay: $21.75 to $22.75 per hour.
- Annual salary range provided: $47,320 per year.
- Weekly paychecks.
- Weekly incentive bonus available for 2026.
- Opportunities to work overtime.
- Health, dental, and vision benefits available the month following a 60-day waiting period.
- Ability to accrue 10 vacation days per year after the 90-day assessment period.
- Ability to accrue 10 sick days per year after the 90-day assessment period.
- 8 paid holidays per year after the 90-day assessment period.
- Company 401(k) match, including ESOP options.
- Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance coverage.
- Company-paid short-term disability and long-term disability.
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
- Wellness programs, resources, and tools.
- Option to elect additional life insurance for yourself, spouse, and children.
- Cabinet discounts.
- Drug test and background check clearance required.
- Operate an automated flat-line coating system for cabinet components and wood products.
- Prepare and apply coating materials while maintaining proper coverage, consistency, and adhesion quality.
- Monitor production runs, make machine adjustments, and document machine settings and material usage.
- Support daily cleaning, basic preventive maintenance, and safe operation of coating line equipment.
- Minimum 1 year of experience operating automated or semi-automated manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to read and follow written and verbal work instructions in English.
- Basic math skills with the ability to measure and mix materials accurately.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to consistent product quality.
- Reliable attendance, strong work ethic, and ability to work effectively in a manufacturing team environment.
- Ability to work around coating materials, adhesives, solvents, wood dust, and chemical agents.
- Must be able to wear required PPE, including respirator, safety glasses, and chemical-resistant gloves.
- Ability to stand and walk for an 8 to 10 hour shift.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive hand and arm movements.
- Good hand-eye coordination with corrected vision acceptable.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing facility that is not air-conditioned and may have moderate to high noise levels.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience operating a flat-line spray system or similar automated coating equipment.
- Background in cabinet, furniture, millwork, or wood products manufacturing.
- Familiarity with two-component adhesive systems or industrial coating materials.
- Experience performing basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
- High school diploma or GED.
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