1st Shift Powder Coating Associate; Pay starting at $19.24/hour

Excel Industries, LLC; Hesston (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanley Black + Decker, Inc. is seeking a Powder Coating Associate on 1st shift (6:30 AM–3:00 PM) in Hesston, KS. You will operate powder coating equipment, inspect parts, and perform touch ups to ensure quality. Strong safety awareness and ability to follow standard work are required.

The role offers competitive pay starting at $19.24 per hour plus benefits; opportunities to grow within a global organization with 60+ brands and a strong emphasis on learning and development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred; ability to follow safety rules.
• Experience with powder coating processes and quality checks is a plus.
• Ability to operate manual and automatic coating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual electrostatic guns to apply powder to parts.
• Monitor and maintain coating equipment and conveyance systems.
• Inspect parts and perform touch ups to meet quality standards.
• Prepare parts for coating and protect unpainted areas as needed.

Skills

Powder coating

Electrostatic spray

Safety compliance

Quality inspection

Education

High School / GED diploma

Job description

Powder Coating Associate 1st Shift- 6:30 AM-3:00 PM Pay starting at $19.24/hour

Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more.

What You’ll Do

As a Powder Coating Associate you’ll be part of our production team located in Hesston, KS. You’ll get to:

• Operate manual electrostatic guns to apply powder to parts. (Approx. 35%)
• Operate, monitor and maintain equipment (automatic guns, powder pick up and reclaim system, paint line conveyor system, infrared and conventional cure ovens, and pre-treatment system) (Approx. 20%)
• Inspect parts for compliance to quality standards and apply liquid touch up as necessary. (Approx. 20%)
• Apply and remove plugs/caps to protect unpainted areas and blow off water from pre-treatment system (Approx. 15%)
• Prepare parts for powder recoat by sanding down surfaces (Approx. 10%)

Who You Are

You always strive to do a good job…but wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality – at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it. You also have:

• High School /GED diploma preferred (required to maintain the pre-treatment system only)
• Ability to comply with safety standards (full body Tivex suits, air purifying respirator)
• Technical ability to escape issues when identified
• Able to follow standard work as trained by a supervisor or OpEx lead

What You’ll Receive

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan

• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black + Decker tools and other partner programs.

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors and everyday heroes all over the world.

We’re more than the #1 tools and storage company and #2 security solutions provider, with a leading presence in engineered fastening. We’re visionaries. Industry 4.0 innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black + Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits & Perks

• You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement.
• And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black + Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

Career Opportunity

Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development

Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture

We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company

You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black + Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black + Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

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Work Opportunity Tax Credit

This employer participates in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program. Applicants may be asked to voluntarily provide information to determine eligibility. Any information provided will be kept confidentially other than as required to make the necessary WOTC disclosures and in accordance with applicable laws.