Technician 1 (2nd shift)

Job Description

Technician 1 (2nd shift)

We are looking for a Coating Technician for our Elgin, IL facility. In this role you will be responsible for the set up and monitoring of the coating machines and/or to prepare the coating system, load, unload the chamber, change the magnetic systems and input process parameters in the operator screen. This Individual will pre-treat a variety of customer products using standardized methods to prepare products for coating. You will use analytical thinking and a high-degree of creativity to oversee and assemble chamber loads based on customer specifications. As part of your regular responsibilities, you will make critical processing decisions, to initiate the coating process as well as be responsible for disassembling and reconfiguring the chamber for subsequent loads.

We offer

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work every day!

Your Responsibilities

• Perform daily changeover maintenance of pre/post treatment equipment
• Optimize the daily use of production equipment
• Follow standard procedures and interpret customer work instructions
• Work with Quality Coordinator and Center Manager to identify and address quality concerns
• Providing training and assistance to other employees on equipment operation and maintenance
• Learn new skills and Cross-train into various departments
• Operating and maintaining coating equipment according to specifications
• Minimizing equipment downtime through preventative maintenance procedures
• Learning fixturing and de fixturing techniques
• Maintaining and updating equipment records
• Assisting with quality assurance and other technical matters as required
• Performing other duties as required to assure customer satisfaction
• Interact with customers and co-workers in a 'customer-friendly' manner
• Receive and inspect customer product for processing
• Establish product process sequence
• Inspect finished product
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Management.

Your Profile

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior machine operator experience preferred
• Effective verbal /writing skills
• Ability to read/write/speak English
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of products
• Strong communication skills
• Individual must have strong work ethic, be detail-oriented, and creative.
• Effective verbal /writing skills
• Must be energetic, goals-driven, result-oriented, and high-energy to be effective in this role.
• The employee is frequently required to repetitively use/reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is regularly required to stand for extended periods of time, sit, walk, and move about the facility.
• The employee may be required to lift, stack, push, pull and/or move items weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to concentrate on a given tasks and not be distracted.
• Ability to read and see details at close range.
• Ability to work safely with a variety of chemicals and gases.

Why Oerlikon:

Technology and sustainable innovation are our business. Throughout our organization, each employee feels a connection to that mission and to our passion for engineering solutions the world needs today and tomorrow. As we embrace our role in building a better future, we celebrate the teams that have the power to bring that vision to life.

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Are you curious? Then release your passion to succeed and APPLY to discover how you can help us build a better world and realize how you can make a personal difference by joining our global team! Our commitment is your success!

Oerlikon is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position, which is $20.00 to $24.00 per hour. Some positions within Oerlikon may also offer eligibility to participate in a discretionary incentive program. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for the role will be based on a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, internal equity, job location, work experience, education, training, certifications, licenses, etc. Therefore, as compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each individual, it is likely that not all applicants will be hired at the highest end of the listed compensation range. Our total compensation package goes beyond base compensation and it will include a competitive benefits package starting with 2 weeks paid time off accrued on a monthly basis, 12 holidays, 48 hours personal/sick time (exception for NY where we follow State law,) medical, dental, vision, 401K, holidays, pet insurance and tuition reimbursement all effective day one of hire.

About Oerlikon

Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high-performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head-quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with approximately 9,500 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2024.

We offer a wide variety of job profiles in a dynamic, supportive environment where people are empowered to grow and reach their full potential - guided by our core values of integrity, team spirit, excellence and innovation.

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Job Information

Posting Start Date: 7/17/26

ID: 104418

Job Location: Elgin, IL, USA