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What is a metallizer?

A Metallizer is a skilled technician who operates specialized equipment to apply a thin layer of metal onto the surface of products, often using processes like vacuum metallizing or sputtering. This coating is commonly used for decorative, functional, or protective purposes on items such as plastics, glass, or paper. Metallizers must monitor machinery, ensure quality control, and maintain equipment to achieve consistent results. The role requires attention to detail, technical know-how, and adherence to safety procedures.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a metallizer?

To thrive as a Metallizer, you need a solid understanding of material science, mechanical aptitude, and experience with industrial manufacturing processes, often supported by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with metallizing equipment, vacuum deposition systems, and quality control instruments is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills in this position. These skills and qualities are crucial for producing high-quality metal coatings, maintaining safety, and ensuring efficient production operations.

What are some common challenges faced by metallizers in maintaining consistent product quality?

Metallizers often face challenges in maintaining consistent product quality due to factors like precise control of vacuum pressure, substrate cleanliness, and the even distribution of metal coatings. Variations in these elements can impact adhesion, appearance, and overall performance of the finished product. Effective troubleshooting, regular equipment maintenance, and close attention to process parameters are essential for overcoming these challenges. Collaboration with quality control teams and machine operators is also key to ensuring high standards are met consistently.

Metallizer - Machine Operator

Newburyport, MA • On-site

Kelly Services
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$21 - $23/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Read production schedules and perform machine changeovers as needed.

  • Operate and control the metallizer machine, including starting, stopping, and making adjustments to wire feed, speed, and line speed.

  • Perform machine setups, monitor operation for defects or deviations, and make adjustments to ensure product quality.

Job description

**Kelly

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Now Hiring: Metallizer – Machine Operator – 1st shift | Direct Hire at ITW (Illinois Tool Works), Newburyport MA 01950.

**Shift Schedule & Pay Rate:

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**1st shift: 7 am – 3:30 pm - $21 - $23/hr.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

**Metallizer – Machine Operator

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• Read schedule to determine timing for production changeovers needed at metallizer machine.

• Stop and start operation of machine using control panel

• Align or fasten machine parts such as rollers and boats by using hand tools.

• Thread or feed film through rollers, and adjust wire feeds, speed and line speed of product or machine.

• Observe machine and product during operation to detect defects or deviations from specification, and make machine adjustments to wire feed, speed.

• Perform a variety of machine setups and operations to imprint a metallization, and design onto various film, and rewinding, as well as material handling and finished product.

• Examine, measure, test product to ensure conformance to specifications. Follow testing procedures and operate quality testing equipment. Make pass/fail decision, may consult with supervisors and/or technical staff on questionable items.

• Clean machine and parts between runs (one to several times per shift). Confined space entry may be required (machine specific).

• Material handling of product and machine parts (load, unload, pack, and transport) using carts, pallet.

• Operating and driving a Forklift/Fork truck.

**OTHER DUTIES

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• Use computer equipment to print production run sheets and labels and perform QA testing.

• Follow hazardous material handling requirements when working with solvents.

• Attain thorough knowledge of all product codes, color numbering system, and jumbo tag system.

• Cross train and operate equipment in other teams and assist other operators as needed.

• Record production run quantities following SOP’s, job order, and perform quality controls checks on product and materials.

**EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

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• High school diploma or GED

• Experience within a manufacturing environment and /or mechanical aptitude are preferred

**COMPETENCIES

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• Intermediate Computer Skills

• Attention to detail and strong verbal and written communication skills

• Willingness to learn and the Flexibility to work in other departments within ITW ShineMark, NA as assigned.

• Experience with 5S helpful but not required

• Ability to adapt to a challenging and demanding work environment.

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk, around the machines to perform visual inspections of the product, sit as needed.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to climb ladders and stairs

• Additionally, reach with hands and arms. Hear machinery, fork trucks/forklift, other employees and have ability to talk with others.

• Completing a respiratory clearance exam and using a respirator as needed for certain aspects of the position.

• Lift ,push, pull and/or move up to 85 pounds as needed.

• Our campus is 100% non-smoking and all candidates must agree to comply with this policy requirement.

**HOURS OF WORK

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• Monday – Friday 2nd shift 2pm – 10pm

• Must be willing to work overtime, 1 to 2 weekends (Saturday and Sunday) at least 1-2 times a month.

**COMPENSATION

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**BENEFITS

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• Sick time

• Vacation Time

• Holidays

• Health, Dental and Vision

• 401K with company match

• Employee Discount Programs

**Don’t miss the opportunity to build your manufacturing career with a hands-on team. If you’re motivated, dependable, and ready to learn, apply today and take the next step!

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You should be proficient in:

  • Adaptability & Teamwork
  • Computer & Documentation Skills
  • Machine Operation & Changeovers
  • Material Handling & Logistics
  • Mechanical Maintenance & Troubleshooting
  • Quality Control & Assurance
  • Safety & Hazardous Materials Management
  • Physical Stamina & Dexterity

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • Computer Systems
  • Slitting & Rewinding Machines
  • Machine Control Panels