Paint Powder Coat Technician

L.A. Darling Company; Paragould (AR); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

L.A. Darling Company is seeking a powder coating operator to prepare metal components, load and unload parts on the coating line, and apply powder coatings to meet product specifications. You will monitor coating thickness, color, and finish while operating coating equipment and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Responsibilities include quality checks on finished products, equipment maintenance, and safe material handling to support production efficiency in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Prepare metal components for powder coating, including cleaning and masking.
• Load/unload parts on the powder-coating line and monitor process quality.
• Operate powder-coating equipment and related machinery according to procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Powder coat operations: prepare parts and apply coating to meet specifications.
• Quality control: inspect finished products for defects and ensure customer standards.
• Equipment maintenance and housekeeping: clean and maintain paint booths and equipment.
• Material handling: move raw materials and finished goods safely and efficiently.
• Safety: follow all safety policies and keep work areas compliant.

Job description

L.A. Darling Company LLC As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Prepare metal components for powder coating by cleaning, washing, drying, masking, hanging, and otherwise preparing parts for processing. Load and unload parts and products onto and from the powder-coating line. Apply powder coating accurately, evenly, and consistently to meet product specifications and quality standards. Operate powder-coating equipment, spray guns, paint booths, washers, ovens, conveyors, and related machinery according to established procedures. Monitor coating coverage, thickness, color, finish, appearance, water levels, chemical concentrations, and oven temperatures to ensure process quality. Adjust equipment and processes as necessary to maintain consistent coating quality and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Powder Coating Operations

Prepare metal components for powder coating by cleaning, washing, drying, masking, hanging, and otherwise preparing parts for processing. Load and unload parts and products onto and from the powder-coating line. Apply powder coating accurately, evenly, and consistently to meet product specifications and quality standards. Operate powder-coating equipment, spray guns, paint booths, washers, ovens, conveyors, and related machinery according to established procedures. Monitor coating coverage, thickness, color, finish, appearance, water levels, chemical concentrations, and oven temperatures to ensure process quality. Adjust equipment and processes as necessary to maintain consistent coating quality and production efficiency.

Quality Control

Inspect finished products for defects including missed areas, thin or excessive coating, contamination, discoloration, chips, improper finish, or other quality issues. Ensure all painted products meet company quality standards and customer specifications. Identify, report, and assist in resolving quality concerns and rework requirements.

Equipment Maintenance and Housekeeping

Perform routine cleaning, preventive maintenance, and deep cleaning of paint booths, washers, powder-coating equipment, and work areas. Follow proper color-change and equipment-cleaning procedures to prevent contamination. Maintain equipment, tools, and materials in an organized and safe condition to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. Properly handle, store, and dispose of powder-coating materials, chemicals, and waste according to company and environmental requirements.

Material Handling and Production Support

Safely handle raw materials, finished products, and production supplies. Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, dollies, and other material-handling equipment when trained and authorized. Read and interpret work orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, and production schedules. Prioritize daily activities to maintain production flow and achieve established productivity goals. Communicate equipment, production, and quality concerns to supervisors and team members. Work independently and collaboratively to support efficient manufacturing operations.

Safety

Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Other Duties

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support production, quality, and operational objectives.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you’re advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.