The Coating Operator I operates parylene deposition systems to coat customer-supplied parts to meet customer and Engineering specifications. This position also operates other equipment such as vacuum ovens, plasma etcher, tumble coater or other machines. Performs light maintenance and refurbishing on equipment. May perform shipping, receiving and other duties as requested.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Follows process instructions, Manufacturing Standard Procedures (MSP's) and verbal instructions from the Plant Manager, Coating Center Manager, Production Supervisor, or Production Manager.

* Prepares job traveler sheets and coordinates and/or performs the processing of parts through some or all of the following tasks: unpacking, cleaning, promoting, masking, fixturing, coating, de-fixturing, demasking, packing, and completing all required documentation.

* Loads machines, monitors process equipment during run, and verifies coating thickness using various measurement devices and tools.

* Operates all machines connected with the promotion and deposition process with minimal help or assistance. Shuts down, unloads, reloads and starts machines as scheduled.

* Able to operate, maintain and troubleshoot parylene deposition systems or other related equipment. Performs routine maintenance, such as changing pump oil, cleaning valves and cold traps, as well as performing system refurbishing at a defined interval.

* Maintains records, checklists and log books on equipment, including the documentation of witness strips, QC testing and maintenance.

* Able to read customer or engineering drawings or specifications as related to the processing of customer parts.

* Assembles fixtures and assemblies for coating.

* Prepares, uses and disposes of chemical cleaning and promotion baths.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Maintains a neat and orderly work area.

* May set up, adjust, maintain and operate the microblaster.

* May fixture customer parts in preparation for the coating process.

* Able to participate in FAA/DOT testing as necessary.

* Adheres to plant and corporate safety policies.

* May assist in other areas or perform other duties as required by fluctuating business needs.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); proven mechanical ability and/or previous machine operator experience.

BASIC SKILLS:

* Ability to read, write and follow written or verbal instructions.

* Ability to speak, read and write English.

* Ability to properly use and read measurements on tools involved in the coating process.

* High degree of manual dexterity and hand-to-eye coordination.

* Familiarity with electrical and mechanical systems.

* Knowledge of Computers.

* Helpful but not required - Knowledge of Parylene.

* Helpful but not required - Knowledge of Chemistry.