Machine Operator I (Night Shift)

Posted:
5/20/2026, 11:18:35 PM

Location(s):
Ohio, United States ⋅ Middletown, Ohio, United States

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support ⋅ Operations & Logistics

Company Description

BlueScope Coated Products is one of the largest coil coating companies in the United States, with facilities across the country. With more than four decades of expertise providing painted metal coils and toll processing services for industries in the construction and consumer product markets, we pride ourselves on delivering premium quality, reliable service, and ongoing innovation to our customers. 

  

Under general supervision, the Machine Operator fulfills several different operator roles. Position placement is determined based on the needs of the business. These roles include:

  • Wet Section Operator: responsible for operating the wet section equipment in accordance with wet section operating parameters.
  • Coater Assistant: responsible for supporting the Finish Coater operators in efficiently and safely operating the coating equipment and maintaining the finish coater rooms.
  • Prime Coater Operator: responsible for the safe operation of the dual head Prime Coater machine.
  • Entry End Operator: responsible for operating the entry end equipment where raw material is fed into the line.
  • Exit End Operator. Responsible for operating exit end equipment where finished product is recoiled prior to being packaged.
  • Finish Coater A Operator: responsible for the safe operation of the single head roll coater in the Finish A room.       
  • Finish Coater B Operator: responsible for the safe operation of the dual head roll coater in the Finish B room.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

  • High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
  • One year of Manufacturing Experience
  • Knowledge of basic hand and power tools
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug test as a condition of employment

Preferred:

  • 6+ months of experience operating mobile equipment in a manufacturing environment
  • Coil coating experience

Skills & Competencies:

  • Basic computer skills
  • Time Management – prioritizing work to meet internal and/or external customer demands
  • Detail Oriented – ensures accuracy of product and documentation to meet internal and/or external customer demands
  • Good communication skills
  • Mobile equipment operations skills

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive starting pay, with an immediate pay increase upon successfully completing the training and being signed off in your assigned operator role.
  • Opportunity to progress through a structured tier program, earning additional increases as you learn and become proficient in new positions.
  • Bi-weekly & overtime pay
  • Bonus incentives
  • Medical, dental and vision healthcare benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Vacation & sick time
  • Paid holidays
  • Competitive Employer 401k contributions
  • Referral program
  • Personal development and great company culture!

Additional Information
The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.  Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.  Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope.  To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement. 

EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.