Powder Coating Technician — 2nd & 3rd Shift

Solatube; Glasgow, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Tate Inc. in Glasgow, KY, is seeking a 2nd & 3rd Shift Powder Coating Technician to perform coating operations and equipment maintenance. The role requires cross-functional collaboration and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Shift options include 2nd and 3rd shifts with a 11.15% differential. The company offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a resilient manufacturing organization.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years experience in powder coating.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Able to work in a team environment and interface with a diverse workforce.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to use various tools and measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, tape measure, dial indicator, and feeler gauges.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and crouch for an 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to distinguish shades and colors.
• Must have strong knowledge of material prep and powder application.
• Must understand powder coating equipment adjustments and maintenance.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel machinery, equipment or parts and work near moving mechanical parts.

Responsibilities

• Ensures quality application of powder coatings to fabricated components.
• Prepares manufactured products for powder coating by blasting and chemically washing off products prior to powder coating.
• Assists moving carriages and carts in and out of spray booths.
• Cleans and maintains powder coating guns and equipment.
• Cleans booth thoroughly during each color change.
• Troubleshoots powder coating equipment.
• Touches up and reworks material, as necessary.
• Performs any other duties as assigned or directed by Team Leader or Supervisor as production needs require.
• Maintains good housekeeping and follows established safety procedures.
• Follows all policies, procedures, and work instructions including Employee Handbook, SOPs, MOPs, JSAs, and Safety Manual.
• Maintains awareness of contribution to quality, safety, environmental and product compliance; reports issues.

Skills

Powder coating

Teamwork

Reading/writing instructions

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measure

Dial indicator

Feeler gauges

Job description

Tate Inc. in Glasgow, KY, is seeking a 2nd & 3rd Shift Powder Coating Technician to perform coating operations and equipment maintenance. The role requires cross-functional collaboration and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Shift options include 2nd and 3rd shifts with a 11.15% differential. The company offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a resilient manufacturing organization.