Machine Operator - Thin Films (temp to perm)

Machine Operator – Thin films

About Chase Corporation

Chase Corporation, headquartered in Westwood, Massachusetts, USA, is a global specialty materials company delivering advanced protective solutions that help ensure reliability and performance in the world’s most demanding environments. Founded in 1946, we have grown from a legacy of engineering expertise into a diversified platform serving high-reliability markets including electronics, industrial, aerospace, infrastructure, and beyond. Through a culture rooted in continuous improvement and application-driven innovation, we combine organic growth with strategic acquisitions to strengthen our capabilities, expand our global reach, and help customers solve complex challenges with confidence.

About Sheldahl 

Sheldahl, a Chase Corporation company (acquired June 2026), is a leading designer, developer, and manufacturer of advanced thin-film technologies that enable innovation at the intersection of materials science and next-generation engineering. For more than 70 years, we have pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in coated films, laminates, and flexible circuit technologies, partnering with leading original equipment manufacturers across aerospace, automotive, industrial, and medical markets to bring high-performance ideas to life. From Apollo 11 to the James Webb Space Telescope, our legacy is defined by innovation that reaches beyond Earth—and continues to shape what comes next.

Role Overview

Chase Corporation and Sheldahl are seeking a highly motivated employee who will be responsible for the set-up and operation of a Chamber, Roll to Toll Inspection Machine, Combiners, Slitters, Roll to Roll Blanker and all related work.

Key Responsibilities

Produces all products to defined quality levels, yield and standard.

Demonstrates knowledge of production criteria for products that are processed in the area.

Sets up and operates Chambers, Blankers, Slitters, Inspection machines, Combiners and related equipment used to perform daily job tasks.

Makes adjustments to speed, tension, timing, temperature and related variables as needed to meet specifications.

Uses measuring and checking devices.

Performs routine visual checks on work in process.

Performs routine maintenance on processing equipment as needed.

Works with support groups: Supervision, Quality Control, Engineering, Mfg Technicians, Planners and other production support personnel as special problems or requirements develop.

Must be able to work in a team orientated work environment.

Assists in the training of new operators, along with cross training other experienced operators on certified equipment.

Follows safety rules and gives feedback of any safety concerns or violations.

Maintains a neat and orderly work area including daily 5S tasks.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Manufacturing experience preferred.

Able to read and comprehend work instructions

Good math, computer and mechanical skills

Ability to solve practical problems, ability to interpret a varity of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent is preferred

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to work that requires repetitive motion and minimal contact with chemicals. Will require occasional overtime and changes in job assignment areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Physical Demands: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds