Powder Coating Line Specialist - 3rd Shift

Dane Manufacturing Company; Waunakee (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dane Manufacturing Company in Waunakee, WI is seeking a Paint Line Associate to prepare, hang, load, and unload metal parts on an automated powder coating line. You will ensure proper staging, spacing, and handling to maintain coating quality and production schedules.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read work orders and loading diagrams, and commitment to safety and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with on-site duties and PPE provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior manufacturing or finishing experience is a plus.
• Experience with powder coating or automated finishing lines desirable but not required (on-the-job training provided).
• Understanding of basic powder coating line processes (loading, coating, curing, unloading).
• Ability to read and follow work orders, job travelers, and loading diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Load metal parts onto the automated conveyor line according to work orders and diagrams.
• Secure, hang, and space parts to ensure proper coverage during powder coating.
• Unload finished parts, inspect for defects, and stage for packaging, assembly, or shipment.
• Assist with masking, plugging, or prepping parts prior to loading when required.
• Report coating defects or nonconformances to quality control.
• Maintain accurate counts and keep area clean and stocked.
• Follow safety procedures including lifting techniques and PPE usage.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading work orders

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dane Manufacturing Company in Waunakee, WI is seeking a Paint Line Associate to prepare, hang, load, and unload metal parts on an automated powder coating line. You will ensure proper staging, spacing, and handling to maintain coating quality and production schedules.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read work orders and loading diagrams, and commitment to safety and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with on-site duties and PPE provided.