Coating Technician – Night Shift (Dip-Spin & E-Coat)

Simpson Strong-Tie; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses/commission

Benefits package

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Simpson Strong-Tie in Gallatin, TN is seeking a Coating Technician to apply cathodic protective coatings to screws after heat treatment. You will set up and operate Dip-spin and E-Coat systems, monitor HMIs, and maintain quality finish in a controlled manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include preparing coatings and chemicals, inspecting finished work for coverage, keeping the workspace clean and safe, and training new employees on procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience as a Coating Operator in manufacturing preferred.
• Powered Industrial Truck Certification required.
• Must understand atmosphere curing furnace fundamentals.
• Experience with chemical handling and titration preferred.
• Ability to work in hot environments and wear PPE.
• Forklift experience required.
• Strong safety, attendance, and record-keeping practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up, load and operate automated coating equipment (Dip-spin, E-Coat) for in-house fasteners.
• Manage process controls using HMIs and system software; perform basic troubleshooting.
• Prepare components, mix coatings and chemicals per specifications.
• Inspect coatings for even coverage and quality; maintain clean, safe workspace.
• Record process parameters and results for quality control; train new staff.

Skills

Safety

HS Diploma

Coating experience

Forklift cert

PPE & safety

HMIs

Machinery familiarity

Chemical handling

Process controls

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HMIs

Process software

Dip-Spin equipment

Job description

Simpson Strong-Tie in Gallatin, TN is seeking a Coating Technician to apply cathodic protective coatings to screws after heat treatment. You will set up and operate Dip-spin and E-Coat systems, monitor HMIs, and maintain quality finish in a controlled manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include preparing coatings and chemicals, inspecting finished work for coverage, keeping the workspace clean and safe, and training new employees on procedures.