Adhesives Research
Adhesives Research is an independent developer and manufacturer of high-performance pressure-sensitive adhesives, tapes, specialty films.
- Open roles
- 9
- New role every
- ~11.2 days
- Posting trend
- 8.0× vs prior 90d
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- Location
- Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, United States of America
- Salary
- $21 – $26
- Posted
- Jun 08, 2026
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Production Operator
at Adhesives Research
Production Operator Positions available in our coating, slitting, and chemical
operations departments starting at $21 to $24 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shift!
These positions also offer the potential for twoadditional wage
increases within the first 6 months of employment.
Web Handler Positions in our slitting and coating departments:
**Job Summary: **
Associates engaged in coating operations who performs the following essential job functions:
A Web Handler I position is typically defined as having been trained on 1 or more equipment areas within the department.
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Essential Functions:
- Performs a variety of production tasks, which include but are not limited to - setting up equipment, adjusting and operating equipment, observing for proper functioning of equipment, inspecting and testing products, etc.
- Accurately performs work assignments and computer transactions that are required to adjust inventory; accurately performs calculations using various units of measure.
- Demonstrates ability to perform any of the various operations within the department.
- Performs visual inspection of all materials used and produced.
- Performs periodic preventative maintenance on equipment.
- Maintains work flow and ensures use of proper materials and tools.
- Maintains a safe and clean work environment; notifying lead operator and/or supervisor of unsafe practices, conditions, or acts.
- Achieves quality and throughput goals.
- Performs work according to SPAR's, WI's, and verbal instructions; seeks lead operator and/or supervisor assistance in resolving problems which are not covered by procedures.
- Effectively communicates with other associates, lead operators, supervisors while maintaining the self-confidence and self-esteem of others; relays information to the next shift; voluntarily assists other associates, and communicates effectively to prevent problems from occurring.
- Completes required verifications and paperwork/documentation, accurately and neatly.
- Participates in training and assists with training, where applicable.
- Collaborates and contributes to the development of new products, processes, and equipment.
- Participates in problem-solving and takes initiative to make changes through change control procedures.
- Responsible for following all relevant regulations (e.g. ISO, FDA, OSHA, EPA, DEP, etc.) and company procedures.
- Responsible for following all applicable waste handling procedures.
Additional Responsibilities:
Performs other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.
Job Specifications:
- Requires high school diploma or equivalent, and previous production experience is highly desirable (preferably in web handling, such as paper or fabric manufacturing, printing, coating, etc.).
- Uses procedures and skills, which require considerable training, to carrying out assignments.
- Operators work per instructions (verbal and written) and consults with lead operator and/or supervisor as needed on matters not specifically covered by instructions; work is cross-checked to review for accuracy, adequacy, and adherence to instructions.
- Conforms to Company policies and procedures, Quality Systems, etc.
- Work environment involves moderate risks or discomforts requiring special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, machines, and irritant chemicals; may be required to use personal protective equipment such as masks, uniforms, hairnets, gloves, safety glasses/goggles, shields, etc.
- Physical exertion such as long periods of standing, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities should be expected; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items (objects 50-100 pounds with lift assist); requires common physical characteristics and abilities, such as above-average agility and dexterity.
- The work involves the execution of procedures which make up a finished product of a broader scope; the component product affects the accuracy, reliability, or acceptability of further processing.
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**Physical Demands: **
HOURS PER SHIFT: 8 hours Average
Material Handling Requirements*
MATERIAL HANDLING(per 8 hr. day)| NEVER0%REP. |
RARE1-2 times/day| OCCASIONAL1-33%1-32 times/day|
FREQUENT34-66%33-200 times/day| CONSTANT67-100%> 200
times/day| COMMENTS
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Floor to Knuckle| | | 160 lbs.| 7 - 50 lbs.| | Max. lift is a roll lifted to a vertical position
Knuckle to Shoulder| | | 65 lbs.| 7 - 50 lbs.| | Shafts/end plater
Shoulder to Overhead| | | 12 to 42 lbs.| -| | Shafts
Carrying| | | 76 lbs.| 7 - 50 lbs.| |
Push| | | 60 lbs.| 30 lbs.| | Rolls, totes
Pull| | | 90 lbs.| 45 lbs.| | Rolls, hand jacks, totes
*Lift assist available for all material handling
Non-Material Handling/Postural Requirements
MATERIAL HANDLING(per 8 hr. day)| NEVER0%REP. |
RARE 1-2 times/day| OCCASIONAL1-33%1-32 times/day|
FREQUENT34-66%33-200 times/day| CONSTANT67-100%> 200
times/day| COMMENTS
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Sitting| | | X| | |
Standing| | | | | X|
Walking| | | | | X|
Reaching Forward| | | | X| |
Reaching Lateral| | | | X| |
Reaching Overhead| | | | X| | For 1.5 hrs. primarily in the Medical/ Pharmaceutical area 2-3 times/week
Crawl| | | | | |
Kneeling| | | | | |
Twist/Pivot with Waist| | | X| | |
Climbing| | | X| | | Vertical climb up to a 24 lb. To a 12 ft. high catwalk
Bending Sustained| | | | X| | Bending during cleaning and machine set up
Bending Repetitive| | | | | |
Crouching| | | | | |
Gazing Upward| | X| | | | Monitor gauges
Gazing Downward| | | | X| |
Squat Sustained| | X| | | |
Squat Repetitive| | X| | | |
Balance| | X| | | |
Grasping Light| | | | X| |
Grasping Heavy| | | | X| |
Pinching| | | X| | |
Fine Motor| | | | | |
Front Pedal| | | X| | | 22 inches high; 12 lbs. of force on a Drum Cart
Chemical Operator positions in our chemical operations/mixing department:
**Job Summary: **
Associates engaged in mixing or polymerization operations who perform the following essential job functions. A Chemical Operator I is an entry level position typically defined as having been trained in only 1 manufacturing area within the department (i.e. Polymerization, Medical Mixing, Industrial Mixing, Q Mixing).
Essential Functions:
- Follows all safety regulations to include: grounding, bonding, nitrogen inerting, use of PPE, and appropriate use of exhaust vents.
- Wears appropriate clothing to include: ESD shoes, long pants, and long sleeves
- Performs a variety of production tasks which include, but are not limited to: setting up equipment, adjusting and operating equipment, observing for proper functioning of equipment, and inspecting/testing of products.
- Adds ingredients which require specific measurements, addition, and mixing techniques as required by procedures and batch records.
- Performs visual inspection of all materials used and produced
- Operates a variety of support equipment such as mixers, balances, pumps, mixers, mills, granulators, timers, and controllers
- Accurately performs work assignments and computer transactions that are required to adjust inventory.
- Accurately performs calculations using various units of measure.
- Maintains a safe and clean work environment following departmental 6S requirements, notifying lead operator and/or supervisor of unsafe practices, conditions, or acts.
- Achieve quality and throughput goals.
- Performs work according to SPAR's, WI's, and verbal instructions. Seeks lead operator and/or supervisor assistance in resolving problems not covered by procedures.
- Effectively communicates with other associates, lead operators and supervisors while maintaining the self-confidence and self-esteem of others; relays information to the next shift; voluntarily assists other associates, and communicates effectively to prevent problems from occurring.
- Completes required verifications and documentation accurately and neatly.
- Participates in training and assists with training where applicable.
- Participates in problem-solving and takes initiative to make changes through the Veeva and change control process where applicable.
- Collaborates and contributes to the development of new products, processes, and equipment
- Responsible for following all applicable waste handling procedures
Additional Responsibilities:
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Job Specifications:
- Requires high school diploma or equivalent and previous production experience is highly desirable (preferably in web handling, such as paper or fabric manufacturing, printing, coating, etc.)
- Conforms to the Guiding Principles, Company Policies, Quality Systems, ISO, OSHA, etc.
- Uses procedures and skills, which require considerable training, to carrying out assignments
- Work environment involves moderate risks or discomforts requiring special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, machines, irritant chemicals; may be required to use personal protective equipment such as masks, uniforms, hairnets, gloves, safety glasses/goggles, shields, etc.
- Physical exertion such as long periods of standing, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities should be expected; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items (objects 50-100 pounds with lift assist); requires common physical characteristics and abilities, such as above-average agility and dexterity
- The work involves the execution of procedures which make up a finished product of a broader scope; the component product affects the accuracy, reliability, or acceptability of further processing
**Physical Demands: **
HOURS PER SHIFT: 8-10 hours Average
Material Handling Requirements*
MATERIAL HANDLING(per 8 hr. day)| NEVER0%REP. |
RARE1-2 times/day| OCCASIONAL1-33%1-32 times/day|
FREQUENT34-66%33-200 times/day| CONSTANT67-100%> 200
times/day| COMMENTS
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Floor to Knuckle| | | 50-70 lbs| 20-38 lbs| | Drum lids, bags, bales of rubber, 5 gallon cans of raw materials
Knuckle to Shoulder| | | 50-70 lbs| 20-38 lbs| |
Shoulder to Overhead| | | N/A| N/A| |
Carrying| | | 50-70 lbs| 20-38 lbs| |
Push| | | 100 lbs| 14 lbs| | 20-200 feet
Pull| | | 100 lbs| 14 lbs| | Slot die cart
*Lift assist available for all material handling
Non-Material Handling/Postural Requirements
MATERIAL HANDLING(per 8 hr. day)| NEVER0%REP. |
RARE 1-2 times/day| OCCASIONAL1-33%1-32 times/day|
FREQUENT34-66%33-200 times/day| CONSTANT67-100%> 200
times/day| COMMENTS
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Sitting| | | X| | | Computer work
Standing| | | | | X| Intermixed with walking
Walking| | | | | X| Primarily within work area up to 150 feet to transport materials.
Reaching | | | | | X| Forward reaching
Reaching Overhead| | | X| | | Drum lift controls are overhead
Crawl| X| | | | |
Kneeling| | X| | | |
Twist/Pivot with Waist| | | X| | | Moving drums, mopping
Climbing| | | X| | | Stairs to churn and poly decks
Bending Sustained| | | | X| | Bending during cleaning and machine set up
Gazing Upward| | | X| | | Monitor gauges
Gazing Downward| | | | X| |
Squat | | | X| | |
Balance| | X| | | |
Grasping Light| | | | | X|
Grasping Heavy| | | X| | | Rubber processing
Fine Motor| | | X| | | Computer keyboard
Front Pedal| | | X| | | 22 inches high; 12 lbs. of force on a Drum Cart