Pre-Treat Operator — Precision Surface Prep for Coatings

IFA Rotorion; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

IFA Rotorion North America is seeking a PreTreat Operator to prepare parts for industrial coating and painting. You will manage wash tanks, monitor chemical parameters, and inspect parts to ensure optimal adhesion and finish.

The role requires hands-on operation of pre-treatment lines, regular bath control testing, and accurate documentation of processes and scrap tickets. Applicants should have a high school diploma and 1–2 years in a related environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with multi-stage industrial wash systems (phosphate/acid washes) preferred.
• Able to perform bath control tests and document results (pH, titration).
• Detail-oriented with eye for surface abnormalities and coatings.
• Capable of filling chemical logs and TPM/scrap tickets accurately.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and adjust pre-treatment tanks (degreaser, rinsing, phosphating).
• Perform bath tests and log chemical levels to specifications.
• Ensure parts are clean free of grease/oil before coating.
• Set up and operate conveyor lines, spray nozzles, and ovens.
• Inspect parts for defects during entry and exit from pre-treatment.

Skills

Chemical handling

Quality inspection

Mechanical aptitude

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Elcometers

pH meters

Titration kits

Infrared cameras

Job description

IFA Rotorion North America is seeking a PreTreat Operator to prepare parts for industrial coating and painting. You will manage wash tanks, monitor chemical parameters, and inspect parts to ensure optimal adhesion and finish.

The role requires hands-on operation of pre-treatment lines, regular bath control testing, and accurate documentation of processes and scrap tickets. Applicants should have a high school diploma and 1–2 years in a related environment.