Powder Coat Painter I - Hands-On Coatings Technician

Hennig; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Company-paid life insurance

10 paid holidays

Wellness program & health club reimb.

Safety shoe & glasses reimbursement

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Hennig is seeking a Production Helper to assist with powder coating and painting tasks, under the guidance of a senior painter. The role emphasizes following quality standards, organizing parts by model or job number, and signing off on fabrication steps after verification.

You will operate a pressure washer, lift up to 40 pounds, and work with team members to handle larger parts while maintaining 5S and PPE protocols. Reading and basic manufacturing skills are required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: One year of continuous experience in a manufacturing environment required; experience as a Paint Powder Coater preferred.
• Reading Ability: Must be able to read and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Assist with powder coating and painting tasks under the direction of a P2-level painter or higher.
• Follow established quality requirements for assigned work-center tasks.
• Organize parts by model number, unit number, or job number.
• Locate parts on fabrication plans and verify that required work has been completed.
• Complete required fabrication plan sign-offs after verifying part completion.
• Operate a pressure washer and follow the established washing process to properly clean parts.

Skills

Follow instructions

Read fabrication plans

Operate pressure washer

Powder coat quality

Use power/hand tools

Work around forklifts/cranes

Learn crane operation

5S & PPE

Teamwork

Lift 40 lbs

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Crane equipment

Pressure washer

Power/hand tools

Job description

Hennig is seeking a Production Helper to assist with powder coating and painting tasks, under the guidance of a senior painter. The role emphasizes following quality standards, organizing parts by model or job number, and signing off on fabrication steps after verification.

You will operate a pressure washer, lift up to 40 pounds, and work with team members to handle larger parts while maintaining 5S and PPE protocols. Reading and basic manufacturing skills are required.