Powder Prep Operator

Pivotal Health Solutions; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Pivotal Health Solutions is seeking a Powder Prep Operator in Watertown, SD. The role focuses on preparing parts for the powder coating process, masking, plugging, and sanding to ensure optimal adhesion and finish quality.

You will inspect parts for cleanliness and correct preparation, follow safety procedures, and help keep the line organized and efficient while supporting general production duties. This is a full-time position with overtime potential and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in powder coating, metal prep, or general manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to use hand tools, masking materials, and prep equipment safely.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and consistency.
• Physically able to stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Willingness to work overtime or different shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts for the powder coating process and take parts down from the line.
• Mask, plug, or sand parts to ensure optimal adhesion and finish quality.
• Inspect parts for cleanliness, surface condition, and correct preparation.
• Identify and report defects or quality concerns to the supervisor.
• Organize and remove parts from the powder coat line.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist with general production duties as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Good communication

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Powder Prep Operator - Pivotal Health Solutions

02 Powder #2 Full Time 40 Indv. Contributor Watertown, SD, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 3239

Pivotal Health Solutions is seeking a Powder Prep Operator to join our team in Watertown, SD. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing parts for the powder coating process. This includes taking parts down from the powder coat line, masking, plugging, or sanding parts to ensure optimal adhesion and finish quality. The operator ensures parts meet quality standards before entering the coating booth or line.

• Clean metal parts using solvents, detergents, or equipment (e.g., pressure washer, degreaser) to remove oils, dust, and residues.
• Sand or scuff parts to create proper surface texture for powder coating adhesion.
• Apply masking and plugs to areas that must remain uncoated.
• Inspect parts for cleanliness, surface condition, and correct preparation.
• Identify and report defects or quality concerns to the supervisor.
• Organize and remove parts from the powder coat line.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist with general production duties as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in powder coating, metal prep, or general manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to use hand tools, masking materials, and prep equipment safely.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and consistency.
• Physically able to stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Willingness to work overtime or different shifts as needed
• Pivotal Health Solutions offers a complete benefits package including 401K, paid time off, paid holidays and healthcare benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.