Paint Preparation Technician - 1st Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America) Position Summary: As a Paint Preparation Technician at Coperion (formerly Schenck) in Sabetha, Kansas, you will play a key role in preparing parts and equipment for painting. Your work ensures that components are properly cleaned, masked, and organized to meet quality standards and production schedules. This position supports our commitment to operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. Shift: 1st Shift - Flexible Start Time (9hrs, 45 hours per week) What You’ll Do: Wipe product down with thinner to prepare surfaces for painting. Properly manage and dispose of all hazardous waste generated during the preparation process. Mask off non-painted parts to ensure clean, precise finishes. Hang parts on racks for painting, ensuring proper organization and safety. Skid units prior to painting to facilitate handling and transport. Assist in the assembly of parts prior to painting, supporting the overall workflow. Support safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to paint prep and safety standards. Perform other duties as assigned to support production needs. Team: You will be part of Coperion’s manufacturing team at our Sabetha, KS facility working alongside skilled technicians and production staff. Your contributions will help ensure the timely and quality completion of painted components, supporting our commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Basic Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Prior paint preparation experience preferred. Ability to follow work instructions and safety procedures accurately. Good attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work in a team environment and support production schedules. Basic understanding of hazardous waste handling and disposal procedures. Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in paint prep or related manufacturing processes is a plus. Knowledge of safety standards and best practices in a manufacturing environment. Ability to support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety and quality. #LI-EP2 #LI-ONSITE Who we are: Coperion is an industry leader in compounding and extrusion, feeding and weighing, bulk material handling and service, bringing a wealth of know-how and experience to the market. Customers benefit from Coperion’s divisions of Polymer, Equipment & Systems, and Service that are optimally networked on a global basis to offer ultimate support in the design, manufacturing and implementation of ideal systems. Staffed by engineers, chemists, technicians and a variety of industry experts, these Divisions form a powerhouse of process solutions for their customers. Coperion is an Operating Company of Hillenbrand. Hillenbrand (NYSE: HI) is a global industrial company that provides highly-engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose — Shape What Matters For Tomorrow™ — we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.Hillenbrand.com. EEO: The policy of Hillenbrand Inc. is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, Hillenbrand Inc. and our operating companies are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at recruitingaccommodations@hillenbrand.com . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. At Hillenbrand, everyone is welcome to apply and "Shape What Matters for Tomorrow". We have been made aware of various recruitment scams. To learn more about how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud, click here. Hillenbrand (NYSE: HI) is a global industrial company that provides highly-engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose — Shape What Matters For Tomorrow™ — we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.Hillenbrand.com. Don't see the dream job you are looking for?