Coating Line Team Member

UW Interco, LLC

Work Hours Mon-Thurs 4am - 2:30pm

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.  Apogee is a growing, profitable company with annual revenues approaching $1.5 billion.  We provide distinctive metal and glass solutions for enclosing commercial buildings, and glass and acrylic solutions for picture framing and display applications. To learn more visit: www.apog.com.

The Apogee Performance Surfaces segment has grown from $100M to $200M in revenue through a recent acquisition.  Our brands in the Performance Surfaces portfolio develop and manufacture high-performance coated materials for a variety of applications, including wall décor, museums, graphic design, architectural interiors, digital display, and industrial flooring markets.  We are the global leader in anti-reflective, conservation grade electrostatic dissipative, high-definition, and abrasion resistance coatings, that provide protection, innovative designs, and exceptional durability.

Position Summary

Coating Line High Performance Work Team (HPWT) Members are multi-skilled operators who flex across sanding, coating, inspection, and material handling roles to support the success of the Coating Line. This role is built for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment and are eager to take ownership of safety, quality, delivery, and cost outcomes. HPWT Members are expected to solve problems proactively, support continuous improvement efforts, and grow into technical or leadership opportunities through strong performance and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Execute standard work across sanding, coating, inspection, and material handling roles.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment (5S).
• Perform setup, operation, and cleanup of production equipment.
• Conduct quality inspections and ensure products meet customer and process standards.
• Proactively troubleshoot issues and escalate as needed.
• Complete and maintain accurate production, material, and quality records.
• Communicate effectively via radio and in team huddles.
• Support and lead changeovers, continuous improvement (CI), and downtime mitigation.
• Drive ownership of metrics like throughput, FPY, and downtime reduction.
• Assist with training, SOP reviews, and audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Personal Attributes and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or certification preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Proven safety-first mindset and ability to follow PPE and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency in math and basic computer systems (Epicor, SCADA, RHEO).
• Ability to become qualified in the following: Fork Truck, Sander, Inspector, Coater, Line Technician.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Work Environment

• Exposure to a manufacturing environment with coatings, wood dust, noise, and moving equipment.
• Requires frequent lifting (up to 50 lbs.), bending, and prolonged standing throughout the shift.

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.