Powder Coating Process Technician - Industrial Paint

Magna International; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 38,572 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Available Day One

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Magna International in Liberty, Missouri, seeks an Industrial Paint Process Technician to operate, maintain, and optimize the automated powder coat paint line, pretreatment systems, and wastewater treatment systems. The role combines mechanical troubleshooting, process optimization, and strict environmental compliance.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in a Skilled Trades or related field and experience with industrial equipment, paint systems, or wastewater treatment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in a Skilled Trades, Industrial Technology, Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, or related technical field preferred.
• Experience with industrial mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems preferred.
• Experience with paint systems, powder coating, pretreatment systems, wastewater treatment, or industrial process equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain automated powder coating equipment, pumps, valves, conveyors, and spray systems.
• Support paint line operations, pretreatment systems, and wastewater treatment processes.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and process-related equipment issues.
• Monitor chemical concentrations, pH levels, conductivity, and process performance.
• Perform preventive maintenance and equipment inspections.
• Work with robotics, automated systems, and industrial process equipment.
• Maintain paint and chemical inventories.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that improve quality, reliability, and production efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in Skilled Trades or related technical field

Tools

Pumps

Piping systems

Robotics

Automation equipment

Job description

Magna International in Liberty, Missouri, seeks an Industrial Paint Process Technician to operate, maintain, and optimize the automated powder coat paint line, pretreatment systems, and wastewater treatment systems. The role combines mechanical troubleshooting, process optimization, and strict environmental compliance.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in a Skilled Trades or related field and experience with industrial equipment, paint systems, or wastewater treatment.