Assembler

LSI Staffing; North Newton (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

LSI Staffing is seeking an on-site Powder Coating Prep/ Painter Helper in North Newton, KS. You will prepare parts for coating, inspect surfaces for defects, and assist with loading and unloading painted items. A focus on cleanliness, safety, and efficiency helps drive quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires dexterity, strong communication, and detail-oriented work. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and pass the required tests.

Qualifications

• Good organizational skills and attention to detail required.
• Strong verbal communication skills for team coordination.
• Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Experience painting a variety of surface types is preferred.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and PPE practices.
• Willingness to pass drug and physical agility tests as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal parts for powder coating by cleaning, sanding, masking, and inspecting surfaces.
• Remove contaminants to ensure proper paint adhesion.
• Hang or position parts on racks or conveyors for coating.
• Inspect parts for defects and ensure quality before painting.
• Mask areas not intended for coating.
• Assist with unloading painted parts and light assembly tasks as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area to support safety and efficiency.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Dexterity

Attention to detail

Experience painting surfaces

Safety procedures

Job description

Essential Functions

• Prepare metal parts and products for powder coating by cleaning, sanding, masking, and inspecting surfaces.
• Remove oils, dirt, rust, and other contaminants to ensure proper paint adhesion.
• Hang or position parts on racks or conveyors for the powder coating process.
• Inspect parts for defects and ensure they meet quality standards before painting.
• Mask or tape areas that should not be coated.
• Assist with unloading painted parts and perform light assembly tasks as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safety and efficiency.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies related to equipment and materials.
• Communicate with team members and supervisors regarding production needs or quality concerns.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Moves parts weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Frequent cutting bending and moving of parts weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional squatting, sitting, kneeling, and overhead reaching.
• Exposure to noise – continuously
• Lifting/carrying/moving up to 50 pounds frequently
• Continuously operating machinery with buttons, levers, and switches.
• Lifting parts above the shoulder and requiring 80 pounds of force to initiate movement.
• Standing, Twisting, Walking – frequently
• Continuous standing and walking on concrete surfaces

Position Requirements

• Passage of Drug Test
• Passage of Physical Agility Test
• Good organizational skills
• Good verbal communication
• Diligence and attention to detail
• Excellent dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Experience painting a variety of surface types

Location/Region: North Newton, KS (67117)