Material Prep Technician - 1st Shift

APX Company; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental insurance

401K

Vacation pay

Job summary

APX Company is seeking a Material Prep Technician to prepare aluminum and steel parts for powder coating. You will grind, sand, and clean surfaces to ensure adhesion and a professional finish, and you will support quality standards on the shop floor.

Responsibilities include surface prep on aluminum and mild steel, inspecting for imperfections, and maintaining tools and a clean 5S workplace while following safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience or comfort using grinders, sanders, and hand tools.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively with team members.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn proper surface prep techniques for powder coating.
• Physical capability to handle, lift, and clean parts safely.
• Commitment to workplace safety and proper use of PPE.

Responsibilities

• Smooth welds and prep surfaces on aluminum and mild steel parts using grinders and sanders.
• Inspect for surface imperfections and correct as needed.
• Clean parts using air, wash bays, cloths, and solvents.
• Coordinate with fabrication, paint, and quality control teams to meet prep standards.
• Maintain and clean grinding equipment and tools.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Assist with material handling and staging for painting.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following 5S standards.

Skills

Grinders & hand tools

Attention to detail

Communication

Surface prep knowledge

Physical fitness

Safety & PPE

Tools

Grinders

Sanders

Hand tools

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

APX is seeking a Material Prep Technician responsible for preparing aluminum and steel parts for powder coating. This role focuses on grinding, sanding, and cleaning surfaces to ensure optimal coating adhesion and a professional finish. The position is critical in maintaining APX’s high standards for product quality and appearance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Use handheld grinders, sanders, and other tools to smooth welds, remove sharp edges, and prep surfaces on aluminum and mild steel parts.
• Inspect materials for surface imperfections, burrs, or contaminants and correct as needed.
• Clean parts using air hoses, wash bays, cloths, and solvents to remove dust, oil, or debris.
• Communicate with fabrication, paint, and quality control teams to ensure proper prep standards are met.
• Maintain and clean grinding equipment and tools regularly.
• Adhere to company safety procedures and wear proper PPE at all times.
• Assist with general material handling and staging of parts for painting or further processing.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience or comfort using grinders, sanders, and hand tools.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively with team members.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn proper surface prep techniques for powder coating.
• Physical capability to handle, lift, and clean parts safely.
• Commitment to workplace safety and proper use of PPE.

BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Competitive Compensation Package including healthcare, dental and supplementary insurance, 401K, vacation and holiday pay.