Powder Coatings Technician — 1st Shift, Growth & Benefits

RiseMe; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Generous PTO policy

401(k) Employer Match: We match up to

Profit Sharing: discretionary annual

Monthly employee food trucks

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is seeking a Powder Production Technician to join our Milwaukee-area facility on 1st shift (Mon–Fri, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM). You will sample, test, adjust, and troubleshoot powder coatings and help with batch documentation and equipment setup.

You will work closely with Quality Control, operate production equipment, follow batch tickets, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while adhering to all safety and company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; additional technical training is a plus.
• 3–12 months of manufacturing experience; ability to operate or learn equipment such as extruders and mills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment while adjusting the machine as needed based on output and indicators.
• Set up machines and equipment according to established setpoints and production specifications.
• Follow batch ticket instructions precisely to ensure products meet customer and quality standards.
• Accurately weigh and measure ingredients using floor and portable scales; stage materials and equipment for each batch as required.
• Assemble and prepare ingredients to produce batches in accordance with specifications.
• Complete all required batch documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

Skills

Teamwork

Forklift certified

Pallet jack

Basic computer skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Math skills

Tool operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training

Tools

Extruders

Mills

Forklifts

Pallet jack

Job description

Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is seeking a Powder Production Technician to join our Milwaukee-area facility on 1st shift (Mon–Fri, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM). You will sample, test, adjust, and troubleshoot powder coatings and help with batch documentation and equipment setup.

You will work closely with Quality Control, operate production equipment, follow batch tickets, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while adhering to all safety and company policies.