Powder Coatings Technician — 2nd Shift, Hands-on Production

Hentzen Coatings, Inc.; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Generous PTO policy

401(k) Employer Match

Profit Sharing

Employee referral bonus program

Monthly employee food trucks

Job summary

Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is hiring a Powder Production Technician for the 2nd shift in Greenville, SC. The role focuses on sampling, testing, adjusting, producing, and troubleshooting powder coatings with strong emphasis on safety and quality.

You will operate production equipment, set up machines, weigh ingredients, document batches, and maintain a clean, efficient work area while complying with all safety policies. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; additional related technical training is a plus.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred (approximately 3–12 months).
• 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.
• Notify Supervisor or Team Lead at designated stages of cleaning and inspection processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area; perform equipment cleaning and follow all housekeeping procedures.
• Comply with all safety, quality, and workplace policies and regulations.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with established procedures and training provided by the Environmental, Health, and Safety Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Forklift certification

Basic math

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Extruders

Mills

Forklifts

Pallet jack

Job description

Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is hiring a Powder Production Technician for the 2nd shift in Greenville, SC. The role focuses on sampling, testing, adjusting, producing, and troubleshooting powder coatings with strong emphasis on safety and quality.

You will operate production equipment, set up machines, weigh ingredients, document batches, and maintain a clean, efficient work area while complying with all safety policies. Equal opportunity employer.