Coating Technician I

Miratechcorp; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Miratechcorp in Maryville, TN is seeking a Coatings Technician to apply alumina wash coat to catalyst substrates and support the coating department's daily operations.

You will perform wash coat preparation, ensure compliance with quality specs, conduct final inspections, and assist with packaging. The role requires physical work and careful handling of materials, PPE usage, and safe forklift operation. This is a hands-on role for candidates with manufacturing exposure and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Ability to work independently and complete duties and projects with little direct supervision.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to produce high quality products in a timely manner.
• Proficient in the use of tools such as tape measure, calipers, forklifts, and cranes.
• Prior manufacturing exposure, chemical handling experience, quality control and quality assurance, process blending and mixing experience, ability to operate forklift (preferred, but not required)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. individually and heavier items with team lift.
• Knowledge of safe workplace practices.

Responsibilities

• Apply Alumina wash coat to catalyst substrate
• Ensure quality specifications meet compliance standards
• Perform final quality check on each element
• Package element in appropriate container
• Prepare and analyze alumina 100 wash coat, bulk batch and dip tank.
• Demonstrate proper selection/use PPE for coating department
• Proper product staging, storage, and coating preparation for CO product
• First and second wash coat dipping and data input
• Understand and identify product quality specifications
• Material handling and transporting of product
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independence

Verbal communication

Quality focus

Measurement tools

Forklift operation

Safety practices

Manufacturing experience

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Forklift

Cranes

Job description

Reports to: Coatings Supervisor

Cooperates with: Welding, Fabrication, Substrate Assembly, Shipping

Primary Responsibility: Applying wash coat to the catalyst substrate.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Apply Alumina wash coat to catalyst substrate
• Ensure quality specifications meet compliance standards
• Perform final quality check on each element
• Package element in appropriate container
• Prepare and analyze alumina 100 wash coat, bulk batch and dip tank.
• Demonstrate proper selection/use PPE for coating department
• Proper product staging, storage, and coating preparation for CO product
• First and second wash coat dipping and data input
• Understand and identify product quality specifications
• Material handling and transporting of product Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Ability to work independently and complete duties and projects with little direct supervision.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to produce high quality products in a timely manner.
• Proficient in the use of tools such as tape measure, calipers, forklifts, and cranes.
• Prior manufacturing exposure, chemical handling experience, quality control and quality assurance, process blending and mixing experience, ability to operate forklift (preferred, but not required)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. individually and heavier items with team lift.
• Knowledge of safe workplace practices.

MIRATECH is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regards to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations.