2nd Shift Powder Coater

Shift: Monday through Thursday,4:30pm - 2:00am, overtime as needed

Essential Functions:

The primary focus of the powder coater is to ensure metal components are painted correctly within specifications and quality control standards. Below is a list of the main responsibilities. Note* this is not a position requiring a skill set in wet paint application, knowledge of powder paint process is required.

• Follow all principles and practices of powder coating application

• Utilize all coating equipment including guns, hoppers, and booth collection systems

• Observe machine gauges and equipment operation to detect defects

• Determine powder paint flow and coating quality by performing visual inspections or by using viscometers, adjusting the KV, Air, and powder flow.

• Ensure that items are prepped and cleaned correctly prior to coating

• Bake parts at appropriate temperatures within time limitations

• Apply knowledge of thermosetting resin coatings, wash, and pretreatments

• Ensure that all components are produced/coated efficiently, and are consistent with company-established goals for quality and customer order on-time performance

• Ensure quality standards and processes are used throughout the facility

• Good knowledge of the mechanics and repair of painting equipment

• Proper cleaning and maintenance of equipment work area Safety *– ensure that all safety standards relevant to the production line are followed by the staff

• Assist in other areas as needed

Job Type: Full-time

Experience: Training in powder coating application

Environmental Conditions:

• Humidity level may be elevated during summer months

• Exposure to certain containments, at times

• Exposure to loud noise, at times

Physical Demands:

• The position requires continual use of your hands, considerable use of your arms and legs, and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials

• Must be able to lift and maneuver 50 lbs without physical restrictions

• Able to stand on your feet for ten hours a shift