Powder Coat Lead: Team Builder & Quality Champion

Daifuku Co., Ltd.; Hobart (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Daifuku Co., Ltd. in Hobart, Indiana, is seeking a Powder Coat Loader Lead to support the production team on 1st shift, Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM. This role focuses on supervising and training teammates, ensuring safety, and maintaining an organized work area.

You will verify quality, manage records, operate material handling equipment, and help implement continuous improvements while following Daifuku’s QMS policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; minimum 3 years experience.
• Experienced forklift truck operator.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing team members’ work and ensure task completion.
• Verify accuracy and quality of components and processes.
• Inspect for damages, record issues, and notify supervisor.
• Maintain department database and prepare routine reports.
• Operate departmental material handling equipment and assist in maintenance.
• Follow policies, safety rules, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Select hanging devices and use overhead crane for heavy parts.
• Occasionally drive forklift to move product.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

English literacy

Organization

Time management

Self-motivated

Team orientation

Read work orders

QA knowledge

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Daifuku Co., Ltd. in Hobart, Indiana, is seeking a Powder Coat Loader Lead to support the production team on 1st shift, Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM. This role focuses on supervising and training teammates, ensuring safety, and maintaining an organized work area.

You will verify quality, manage records, operate material handling equipment, and help implement continuous improvements while following Daifuku’s QMS policies.