Shift:
Monday through Thursday,4:30pm - 2:00am, overtime as needed
Essential Functions:
The primary focus of the powder coater is to ensure metal components are painted correctly within specifications and quality control standards. Below is a list of the main responsibilities. Note* this is not a position requiring a skill set in wet paint application, knowledge of powder paint process is required.
- Follow all principles and practices of powder coating application
- Utilize all coating equipment including guns, hoppers, and booth collection systems
- Observe machine gauges and equipment operation to detect defects
- Determine powder paint flow and coating quality by performing visual inspections or by using viscometers, adjusting the KV, Air, and powder flow.
- Ensure that items are prepped and cleaned correctly prior to coating
- Bake parts at appropriate temperatures within time limitations
- Apply knowledge of thermosetting resin coatings, wash, and pretreatments
- Ensure that all components are produced/coated efficiently, and are consistent with company-established goals for quality and customer order on-time performance
- Ensure quality standards and processes are used throughout the facility
- Good knowledge of the mechanics and repair of painting equipment
- Proper cleaning and maintenance of equipment work area Safety *– ensure that all safety standards relevant to the production line are followed by the staff
- Assist in other areas as needed
Job Type:
Full-time
Experience:
Training in powder coating application
Environmental Conditions:
- Humidity level may be elevated during summer months
- Exposure to certain containments, at times
- Exposure to loud noise, at times
Physical Demands:
- The position requires continual use of your hands, considerable use of your arms and legs, and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials
- Must be able to lift and maneuver 50 lbs without physical restrictions
- Able to stand on your feet for ten hours a shift