Powder Coat Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Education assistance

Family leave

Paid time off

Company holidays

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Gym subsidy

Referral bonuses

Scholarship program

Job summary

TRUMPF is seeking a Powder Coat Specialist to perform painting-related processes, prepare parts, and ensure defect-free delivery. The role requires handling parts, preparing for spray, and maintaining quality and paperwork, with supportive tasks in powder coat and 5S areas.

Experience in industrial manufacturing or powder coating is preferred; a two-year technical degree or equivalent is expected. Competitive benefits and an hourly pay range are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment or powder coating area is preferred.
• Knowledge of metal preparation and powder painting strongly preferred.
• Two-year technical degree or suitable combination of education and work experience.

Responsibilities

• Load parts onto conveyor line and ensure proper preparation for paint/powder coating.
• Ensure parts are clean, dry and 100% quality before coating.
• Follow rework policies for defective parts and maintain proper paperwork.
• Use area tools and equipment such as forklifts and drills as required.
• Support 5S and preventive maintenance in the powder coat area.

Skills

Industrial environment experience

Powder coating knowledge

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

MS Office

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 Responsibilities

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