Lacquer Spray Machine Operator | 5:50A - 6P | 4 on 4 off | $22.73 - $25.29 Pay Range
Crown Cork & Seal USA, Inc. Careers
OWATONNA, MN, 55060, USA
OWATONNA, MN, 55060, USA
- Manufacturing
- Temporary
- lacquer spray operator
- can coating
- spray machine operator
Operate and maintain lacquer spray machines to apply interior coating to cans, ensuring quality control, process checks, and safe material handling. Perform routine and preventative maintenance, clear jams, adjust machine settings, record process data, and support production flow while following safety and PPE protocols. Require basic mechanical and computer skills, troubleshooting ability, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment.
Position Overview:
The Lacquer Spray Machine (L.S.M.) Operators are responsible for the safe and proper application of the lacquer spray coating to the inside of the can in compliance with quality control specifications.
Duties And Responsibilities:
- Clear can jams from Lacquer Spray Machines (LSMs) and upper conveyors to ensure smooth operation.
- Inspect and monitor the following: clear can works, overall quality of cans, Lacquer pressure of LSMs, Lacquer temperature, and copper sulfate checks on flanges.
- Conduct and record required process control checks, including metal exposure of cans, weight of lacquer on inside of cans, and film weight distribution.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks such as setting guns, nozzles, can guides, and spray delays.
- Carry out preventative maintenance, including replacing drive and conveyer belts.
- Conduct Equipment Set-up evaluations (ESE) on LSMs after adjustment or modifications.
- Monitor and assist other production areas to ensure a smooth flow of cans.
- Follow proper material handling procedures, including the disposal of waste lacquer and labeling of waste barrels.
- Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirement.
- Maintain cleanliness of machines, including spray nozzles, turret wheels, lacquer overspray boxes, machine exteriors, and the general work area.
- Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Basic Mechanical Skills
- Basic computer skills to perform data entry.
- Ability to learn the operation and can making process.
- Exhibits effective problem-solving and troubleshooting methods.
- Ability to collaborate and communicate clearly with all team members.
- Ability to demonstrate a strong understanding of applicable safety regulations, reinforcing a culture where safety is the top priority.




