Powder Coat and Fabrication Lead (Second Shift)

Industrial Electric Manufacturing; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Electric Manufacturing seeks a Powder Coat and Fabrication Lead on the second shift to drive daily production priorities, supervise the powder coat line and fabrication team, and ensure quality across metal, copper and phenolic parts for switchboard assemblies.

You will operate CNC fabrication equipment, interpret drawings (including SolidWorks), manage materials, train staff, and coordinate with scheduling to keep plant assembly lines moving.

Qualifications

• 4-year college or technical degree is preferred, or 3 years of relevant job experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in metal fabrication shop using mechanical equipment.
• Experience operating a paint line.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all equipment and systems on the powder coat line.
• Balance chemicals and treatments for powder coating prep.
• Track water, chemical and powder usage for regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with scheduling to stage parts for coating.
• Manage materials for powder line including powder, chemicals, filters, safety gear.
• Train designated personnel on powder system operations and fabrication equipment.
• Maintain high quality standards for all powders.
• Supervise fabrication of metal, copper, phenolic parts for switchgear assemblies.
• Operate CNC fabrication equipment (shears, turret punch, brake, bus bar cutter).
• Read mechanical drawings including flats and SolidWorks.
• Set schedule to maintain fabrication output for plant assembly lines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Employee Training Experience

Motivation Skills

Process Improvement

Education

4-year college or technical degree preferred, or 3 years of relevant job experience

High School Diploma or GED required

Experience in metal fabrication shop using mechanical equipment

Experience operating a paint line

Tools

CNC Fabrication Equipment

Job description

Powder Coat and Fabrication Lead (Second Shift)

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

This position responsible for executing daily production priorities, reporting daily progress, and ensuring the quality of the team’s production work in your area of responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All essential functions are in addition to your normal job requirements.

• Responsible for maintaining all equipment and systems associated with powder coat line in full functioning operational order.
• Responsible for maintaining proper balance of chemicals and treatments required to treat metal in preparation of powder coating process.
• Track and document usage of water, chemicals and powder to ensure compliance with environmental regulatory requirements.
• Work with scheduling to stage parts thru powder coating to properly support production needs.
• Manage, order and track materials needed to fully operate powder line. This includes powder, chemicals, room filters, safety equipment, etc.
• Strong aptitude and ability to come up with creative solutions to problems.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Train designated personnel on powder system operations, fabrication equipment and the various
• Maintain high quality standards for all powdered products.
• Supervises a team responsible for the fabrication of metal, copper, phenolic and other parts to assemble low and medium voltage switchboard and switchgear assemblies.
• Must be experienced in operation of industrial CNC fabrication equipment, including shear, turret punch, press brake, bus bar cutter, punch and forming machines.
• Understand mechanical fabrication drawings including metal flats, Solidworks packages, etc…
• Setting schedule to maintain material fabrication output to support plant assembly lines.
• Performs other duties which may be required by supervisor.

COMPETENCIES:

• Employee Training Experience
• Motivation Skills
• Process Improvement

EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS:

• 4-year college or technical degree is preferred, or 3 years of relevant job experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in metal fabrication shop using mechanical equipment.
• Experience operating a paint line.

Lifting: Frequently lift up to 50 lbs.

Bending: Must be able to bend, squat, crawl and climb.

Vision: Long periods of close work on small fonts and fine print on drawings and ability to see small or detailed items.

Mental Demands: Interpret, analyze, research and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Environment: Shop/warehouse. Not climate controlled. Exposure to excessive heat and cold, wet/humid conditions, noise/vibration, hazards, dust and fumes.

Why Join IEM

At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers

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