Powder Coat Specialist

TRUMPF North America; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision benefits (H

Education assistance

Paid time off

Life insurance and disability coverage

Gym membership subsidy

Employee referral bonuses

Scholarship program for employees' |

Job summary

TRUMPF Inc. seeks a Powder Coat Specialist in Farmington, CT, to perform painting-related processes ensuring timely, defect-free parts delivery.

The role requires reading blueprints, operating coating equipment, and maintaining quality with lean practices. Expect a fast-paced environment with strong collaboration across shop floor teams.

Qualifications

• Industrial/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 70 lbs.
• Knowledge of MS Office and lean manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Load parts onto conveyor line and prepare for paint/powder coating.
• Ensure parts are clean and dry before coating.
• Unload parts and ensure 100% quality of all parts.
• Deliver parts with proper paperwork and no defects.
• Follow rework policies for defective parts.

Skills

Powder coating

Blueprint reading

Lean manufacturing

MS Office

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Forklifts

Drill press

Power drills

Air tools

Job description

As a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide, we are looking for forward thinkers with unconventional ideas and drive to join our team. Our company culture, which values collaboration and mutual trust, creates the ideal framework for boldly trying new things and questioning the status quo. Our technologies inspire people to develop and produce things that are currently unimaginable. Whether lasers, machine tools, EUV or electronics - TRUMPF is building technological worlds for future generations. Are you ready for new challenges?

Powder Coat Specialist will perform all painting-related processes to make sure that all parts are delivered in time and with zero defects.

Powder Coat Specialist Responsibilities

• Load parts onto conveyor line and ensure proper preparation for paint/powder coating (tape, plug, bond, etc.).
• Ensure parts are clean and dry before entering the paint/powder coat spray booth.
• Unload parts from the conveyor line and ensure 100% quality of all parts.
• Ensure that all parts are delivered in a manner that prevents damage or defects and with proper paperwork.
• Follow and adhere to the rework policies when handling defective parts from final customer or internal production.
• Must be able to effectively use area tools and equipment, such as forklifts, drill press, power drills, air tools, hand grinders/orbital tools, pressure washers, etc.
• Deburr, grind and clean sheet metal parts that require touch-up or rework.
• Ability to make necessary adjustments to cleaning solutions of parts wash line.
• Assist in paint color changeovers at the spray booths.
• Perform routine checks following the standard processes in the powder coat area.
• Read and understand blueprints and written specifications (also in metric system).
• Must have ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend and lift up to 70 lbs.
• Support and perform 5S and preventive maintenance activities to maintain area equipment and environment.
• Support Shop Floor Management in the area. Improving all related processes.

Experience/Education

Previous experience in an industrial/ manufacturing environment and/or powder coating area is preferred. Knowledge in metal preparation and powder painting strongly preferred. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of MS Office products, quality and lean manufacturing techniques is a plus. Two-year technical degree or the suitable combination of education and work experience.

Pay & Benefits

• Retirement: 401(k) with generous company match
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions and 100% employer-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan guidance to support your continued learning
• Family Support: Paid family and parental leave programs, plus comprehensive reproductive and family health resources
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off available from day one, plus 11 paid company holidays
• Income Protection: Company-paid life insurance at two times base salary, along with short- and long-term disability coverage
• Additional Programs: Gym membership subsidy, employee referral bonuses, recognition awards, and a scholarship program for employees' children

Pay Range

$21.90-$32.56

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