Coatings Applicator

Epic Piping has an exciting opportunity available for a Coatings Applicator to be an integral part of our Coatings team. Epic takes pride in our quality of work and has a goal of building our workforce with the most talented employees. You’ll have an opportunity to work on a wide range of projects on a national and global scale. We can meet you at any skill level, whether you are just starting your career or have years of experience under your belt.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Applies paints, surface preparatory materials and undercoating materials to a variety of surfaces, as appropriate, and according to Materials Safety Data Sheets ensuring compliance with hazardous materials guidelines.
• Observe machine gauges and equipment operation to detect defects or deviations from standards and adjust, as necessary.
• Determine paint flow, viscosity, and coating quality by performing visual inspections, or by using viscometers.
• Weigh or measure chemicals, coatings, or paints before adding them to machines.
• Turn dials, hand wheels, valves, or switches to regulate conveyor speeds, machine temperature, air pressure and circulation, and the flow or spray of coatings or paints.
• Start and stop operation of machines, using levers or buttons.
• Record operational data on specified forms.
• Start pumps to mix solutions and fill tanks.
• Operate auxiliary machines or equipment used in coating or painting processes.
• Fill hoppers, reservoirs, troughs, or pans with material used to coat, paint, or spray, using conveyors or pails.
• Perform test runs to ensure that equipment is set up properly.
• Clean machines, related equipment, and work areas, using water, solvents, and other cleaning aids.
• Thread or feed items or products through or around machine rollers and dryers.
• Attach hoses or nozzle to machines, using wrenches and pliers, and adjust to obtain the proper dispersion of spray.
• Remove materials, parts, or work pieces from painting or coating machines, using hand tools.
• Transfer completed items or products from machines to drying or storage areas, using handcarts, hand trucks, or cranes.
• Examine, measure, weigh, or test sample products to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Hold or position spray guns to direct spray onto articles.
• Place items or products on feed racks, spindles, or reel strands to coat, paint, or spray them, using hands, hoists, or truck lifts.
• Paint small items and perform touch-up painting, using paint brushes.
• Coatings Applicator III may perform these additional functions:
  • Guides Paint preppers on what is needed for each paint cart. Identifies top priority spools and coordinates with Material Handlers and Blasters to ensure they receive attention first.
  • Perform duties pertaining to specific jobs that a Foreman may delegate to them.
  • Assign job tasks to Material Handlers per Manager/Foreman instructions.
  • Manage skeleton crew on weekends when needed.
  • Assist Foreman in overseeing projects

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or GED; preferred
• Experience:
  • Coatings Applicator I: 1-3 years of experience in Industrial Coating
  • Coatings Applicator II: 3-5 years of experience in Industrial Coating
  • Coatings Applicator III: 5+ years of experience in Industrial Coating
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Not applicable
• Certification/Licenses:
  None specifically required

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Industry-leading training and development programs
• Competitive insurance and benefit options
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holiday time
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans available (50% company match up to 6% contributed by the employee)
• Career growth opportunities through hands-on training and mentorships
• Work alongside industry leaders and mentors
• Training and development programs to help you build the skills and knowledge you need to excel in your role and advance your career.
• Coaching from experienced leaders who are dedicated to helping you grow and reach your full potential.
• Opportunities to take on new challenges and responsibilities that will stretch your abilities and expand your horizons.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where you are encouraged to share your ideas and contribute to our shared goals.

WHO WE ARE:

Epic Piping…