Powder Coat Technician I

At A-dec, we do more than create the highest quality products and services for the dental industry; we strive to deliver a superior employment experience for each of our team members. With an environment that encourages and assists each person in developing to their highest potential, a career at A-dec is incredibly rewarding.

Overview

The Powder Coat Technician I performs routine and repetitive tasks associated with pre and post coating operations working with a trainer. Duties include finishing work, hand deburr, parts cleaning, parts routing, basic drill and tap work, masking and/or racking parts to be painted, and operating various machines/equipment in the assigned area.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates painting equipment in production area and performs various secondary activities within assigned area:
• Prep
• Package
• Manual Paint Booth
• Auto Paint Booth
• Inspects assigned work, achieves and maintains quality and productivity standards, and follows safety guidelines. Uses required PPE (personal protective equipment) and not pose risk to self or others.
• Performs basic blueprint reading and/or follows production order checklists, method sheets, and records work information on job cards.
• Safely and efficiently routes parts using material handling equipment.
• Works collaboratively within the team to maintain a neat and organized workstation.
• Actively engages and participates in department continuous improvement efforts.
  

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to read, write, and effectively communicate work information in English with demonstrated ability to follow written and oral instructions, including actively participating in pass down communication to other shift peers and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time and resources effectively.
• Manual dexterity is required.
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic math calculations
• Basic computer skills are required.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Previous powder coat manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
  
  

Schedule: Hours per day: __10-12_________ Days per week:___3-4__________

Activity Scale: Never Seldom Occasionally Frequently Continuous

0 % 1-5% 6 – 33% 34 – 66% 67 – 100%

Endurance

Sitting ☐ Never ☒ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Standing ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☒ Continuous

Walking ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☒ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Change Positions ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☒ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Lifting: (Raising and lowering an object from one level to another, including upward pulling)

1 – 10lbs ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☒ Frequently ☐ Continuous

11 – 20 lbs ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☒ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

21-50 lbs ☐ Never ☒ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

51 – 75 lbs ☐ Never ☒ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

> 75 lbs ☒ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Carrying

1 – 10lbs ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☒ Frequently ☐ Continuous

11 – 20 lbs ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☒ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

21-50 lbs ☐ Never ☒ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

51 – 75 lbs ☒ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

> 75 lbs ☒ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Pushing/Pulling

1 – 10lbs ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☒ Frequently ☐ Continuous

11 – 20 lbs ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☒ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

21-50 lbs ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☒ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

51 – 75 lbs ☒ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

> 75 lbs ☒ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Other Activity

Bend/Stoop ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☒ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Twist ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☒ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Crouch/Squat ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☒ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Kneel ☐ Never ☒ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Crawl ☐ Never ☒ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Walk (uneven) ☐ Never ☒ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Walk (level) ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☒ Continuous

Climb Steps ☒ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Climb Ladder ☒ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Work at Heights ☒ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Reach at Shoulder ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☒ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Reach Above ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☒ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Reach Below ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☒ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Grasping ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☒ Continuous

Squeezing ☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☒ Continuous

Foot Controls ☒ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

General Tasks

Communicating with others to exchange information

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☒ Continuous

Provide and receive written communication (physical and digital forms, filing, etc.)

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☒ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Tasks require repetitive motion

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☒ Continuous

Operating machinery and/or power tools

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☒ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment (P.I.T. Devices)

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☒ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Operating computers, copiers, and other computerized devices

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☒ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Environmental Conditions

Indoor environment

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☒ Continuous

Outdoor environment (precipitation, wind, etc.)

☐ Never ☒ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Temperature extremes

☐ Never ☒ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Noisy environments/ Hearing Protection required

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☒ Continuous

Respiratory protection required

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☒ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Eye protection required

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☒ Continuous

Hand protection required

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☒ Continuous

Foot protection required

☒ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Head protection required

☒ Never ☐ Seldom ☐ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Small and/or enclosed spaces

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☒ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Working with vibration

☐ Never ☐ Seldom ☒ Occasionally ☐ Frequently ☐ Continuous

Special Notes: Our Respiratory Protection Program requires minimal facial hair to maximize respiratory protection.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise maneuver up to 35 pounds with or without assistance on a routine basis and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Must have manual hand dexterity to grasp, operate tools and equipment repetitively. Able to walk, stand, sit, bend, reach, and occasionally kneel, climb steps, and twist throughout an entire shift. Some areas may be exposed to chemicals, noise, vibration and /or dust, and require the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); such as, but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, foot protection, etc.

Ability to wear respiratory protection and comply with OSHA’s respirator use requirements.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not to be construed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. A-dec reserves the right to assign job duties and days and hours of work based on factors such as workload requirements, staffing levels, and customer demands.

At A-dec, we value our people and show it by prioritizing an inclusive culture, total well-being, and opportunities for learning and career advancement.

A background check and screen for the illegal use of drugs is required.

A-dec is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, A-dec will not discriminate against applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor”

A-dec is interested in qualified candidates authorized to work in the United States for US-based positions. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.