Powder-coating-technician-2nd

Location: Saint Paul

Powder Coating Technician 2nd Shift

Department:
Manufacturing

Location:

St. Paul, VA

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Basic Purpose

The Powder Coating Technician performs powder coating operations/applications and operates equipment. This includes participation in both design and production related topics and requires effective cross functional collaboration with other manufacturing departments, quality, and management.

Responsibilities

* Ensures quality application of powder coatings to fabricated components.

* Prepares manufactured products for powder coating by blasting and chemically washing off products prior to powder coating.

* Assists moving carriages and carts in and out of spray booths.

* Cleans and maintains powder coating guns and equipment.

* Cleans booth thoroughly during each color change.

* Troubleshoots powder coating equipment.

* Touches up and reworks material, as necessary.

* Performs any other duties as assigned or directed by Team Leader or Supervisor as production needs require.

* Maintains good housekeeping and follows established safety procedures.

* Follows all policies, procedures, and work instructions including Employee Handbook, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Manufacturing Operating Procedures (MOPs), Job Safety Analysis (JSAs), and Safety Manual.

* Maintains awareness of individual contribution to and impact of the quality, safety, environmental, and product compliance policies and activities; reports all quality issues, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions to the proper personnel.

Qualifications

* High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent experience.

* Experience in powder coating a plus, but not required.

* Must have basic math skills.

* Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.

* Able to work in a team environment and interface with a diverse workforce.

* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.

* Ability to use various tools and measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, tape measure, dial indicator, and feeler gauges.

* Able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and crouch for an 8-hour shift.

* Must be able to distinguish shades and colors.

* Must have strong knowledge of material prep and powder application.

* Must understand powder coating equipment adjustments and maintenance.

* Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel machinery, equipment or parts and work near moving mechanical parts.

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