Coating Technician-1

gevernova; Dammam; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

gevernova is seeking a Coating Technician to support thermal spray coating operations on gas turbine components. You will perform coating applications, weigh pre/post coats, and maintain process data while following Lean practices and 5S standards.

The role emphasizes problem solving, standard work, and continuous improvement to enhance safety, quality, and line productivity. Experience in coatings or related manufacturing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or technical college degree or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Knowledge or experience in a technician, manufacturing, coating, or industrial role.

Responsibilities

• Perform Coat Application in accordance with approved work instructions, process standards, and engineering requirements.
• PerformMask for Coating in accordance with approved work instructions and process specifications if required.
• Read and interpret work instructions and quality forms to ensure accurate coating application.
• Record and maintain accurate process and measurement data as required.
• Use coating equipment, weighing devices, fixtures, and hand tools safely and effectively.
• Inspect parts before and after coating processes to ensure conformance to quality requirements.

Skills

Lean principles

5S standards

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Standard work

Education

Diploma, technical college degree, or equivalent

Tools

ELM

SmartShop

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Coating Technician – is responsible for supporting thermal spray coating operations on gas turbine components, including pre-coat and post-coat weighing and coat application processes. In addition to executing process steps safely and accurately, this role is expected to demonstrate strong Lean behaviors, actively support problem solving, maintain 5S standards, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and productivity across the line.
The technician plays an important role in driving overall Lean implementation by identifying improvement opportunities, supporting standard work, reducing waste, and helping improve process flow and operational performance.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Coat Application in accordance with approved work instructions, process standards, and engineering requirements.
• PerformMask for Coatingin accordance with approved work instructions and process specifications if required.
• Read and interpret work instructions and quality forms to ensure accurate coating application.
• Record and maintain accurate process and measurement data as required.
• Use coating equipment, weighing devices, fixtures, and hand tools safely and effectively.
• Inspect parts before and after coating processes to ensure conformance to quality requirements.
• Adhere to Standard Work and Standard Work Combination Sheets to ensure consistency, quality, safety, and efficient line flow
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in accordance with5S standards.
• Demonstrate strong understanding and application ofLean principlesin daily work activities.
• Actively participate inproblem solving, root cause analysis, and corrective action activities to address process or quality issues.
• Identify and communicate opportunities forcontinuous improvementin safety, quality, cycle time, flow, and waste reduction.
• Support improvements in standard work, line organization, visual management, and process discipline to strengthen overallLean implementation.
• Contribute to team efforts that improve line performance, operational efficiency, and overall shop productivity.
• Work within takt time, cycle time, and standard process flow expectations to support production goals.
• Use shop floor systems and interfaces such as ELM and SmartShop, as required.
• Comply with company quality policies, safety requirements, applicable procedures, and standard work.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma, technical college degree, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Knowledge or experience in a technician, manufacturing, coating, or industrial role.

Desired Characteristics

• Min 2 years’ experience withThermal Barrier Coating processes.
• Participating in problem solving or process improvement activities.
• Min 2 years’ experience working with gas turbine components or other precision aerospace/industrial parts.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No