Powder Coating Production Engineer JIS121186

MM Management Consultant; Al Jubayl; On-site; SAR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing consultancy in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Powder Coating Production Engineer. The role involves overseeing the powder coating process, ensuring quality and compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience in powder coating operations, along with a diploma or degree in a related field. Responsibilities include production management, equipment maintenance, and training operators on best practices. Interested candidates should send their resumes to the provided email.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in powder coating operations, preferably in metal fabrication.
• Hands-on experience with powder spray systems and curing ovens.
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled conveyors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the powder coating process to ensure consistent quality.
• Perform preventive maintenance on powder coating equipment.
• Enforce safety standards in the coating area.

Skills

Powder coating system

Paint system

Blasting

Troubleshooting electrostatic guns

Reading electrical schematics

Basic knowledge of HVAC

Education

Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Chemical or production or industrial Engineering

Tools

Wagner spray system

Gema spray system

PLC-controlled conveyors

Job description

Role Name: Powder Coating Production Engineer

Experience: 2+ Years

Technical Knowledge:

• Powder coating system
• Paint system
• Blasting

Process Knowledge:

• a. SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) and WI (Work Instruction) Drafting & Reading.
• b. Overall Equipment Effectiveness Concept and Calculation (OEE).
• c. RCA (Root Cause Analysis) / CAPA (Corrective Action & Preventive Action) Methodology.
• d. Standards as per Quality Assurance Plan (ISO/ASTM) related to Welding activities.
• e. Reading and Interpretation of Engineering Drawings.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Chemical or production or industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in powder coating operations (preferably in metal fabrication/fence manufacturing).
• Hands‑on experience with powder spray systems (e.g., Wagner, Gema) and curing ovens.
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled conveyors and burner management systems.
• Technical Skills: Troubleshooting electrostatic guns, recovery systems, and pneumatic controls.
• Reading electrical schematics and P&IDs for powder coating lines.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC (for booth airflow balance) and paint chemistry.

Detailed Job Description (Critical Activities)

1. Production & Process Management

• Oversee the powder coating process (pre‑treatment, spraying, curing) to ensure consistent quality and adhesion.
• Monitor oven temperature profiles, conveyor speed, and gun settings to meet specifications.
• Adjust electrostatic application parameters (kV, powder flow) for optimal coverage and minimal waste.
• Conduct first‑piece inspections and periodic quality checks to prevent defects (orange peel, thin coating, etc.).

2. Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Perform preventive maintenance on powder coating booths, guns, recovery systems, and curing ovens.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical/mechanical issues (e.g., gun clogging, conveyor jams, burner failures).
• Coordinate with the maintenance team for emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
• Maintain spare parts inventory for critical components (nozzles, filters, heating elements).

3. Safety & Compliance

• Enforce explosion‑proof electrical standards (NEC Class II, Division 1) in the coating area.
• Ensure proper grounding of equipment to prevent static discharge risks.
• Monitor ventilation and dust collection systems to meet OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Conduct safety briefings for operators on PPE, chemical handling, and LOTO procedures.
• Supervise and train powder coating operators on best practices and troubleshooting.
• Document shift logs (production output, downtime causes, maintenance actions).
• Report quality deviations and implement corrective actions (e.g., rework, process adjustments).

Please share updated resume on [e-mail] or connect on [phone].