Powder Prep Operator - Pivotal Health Solutions

Stars and Stripes; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Pivotal Health Solutions in Watertown, SD is seeking a Powder Prep Operator to support the powder coating line. You will prepare parts by masking, plugging, sanding, and cleaning to ensure optimal adhesion and finish quality.

The role requires strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols. Responsibilities include masking, inspecting cleanliness, reporting defects, and assisting with general production duties while maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

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 powder coating by cleaning, masking, and prepping surfaces.
• Take parts down from powder coat line, inspect for quality before coating.
• Ensure cleanliness and proper surface texture for adhesion.
• Use PPE and follow safety procedures; report defects to supervisor.
• Assist with general production duties as required.
• Maintain organized, safe work area and participate in shift duties.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

Manual dexterity

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Masking materials

Prep equipment

Pressure washer

Degreaser

Job description

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.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• 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.