Powder Coater Day Shift

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

The Powder Coater has the responsibility for using brushes and spray equipment to apply paint of all types to surfaces of various products per work instructions and the Job Traveler.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Select/mix appropriate paints according to pre-determined formulas documented on customer/company documents.
• Adjust and operate hand-held coating tools to coat products to desired specifications.
• Coat all size items from small to large, applying touch ups when necessary.
• Exercises safe handling of all equipment and paints as instructed.
• Quality inspects all products throughout the production process, reporting any inconsistencies in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• Maintains accurate records in paper and digital formats.
• Keeps an accurate report of inventory in work area.
• Understands and proactively sets up jobs based off operating procedures and diagrams.
• Shows an initiative to recommend process, procedure and/or policy improvements to minimize production costs.
• Clean and maintain all coating tools including but not limited to brushes, paint guns, workstation and PPE.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Understand and interpret quality criteria to be used and effectively implemented.
• Run samples for the Quality Assurance Department when instructed.
• Use proper time management skills to make sure all production deadlines are met.
• Support the overall reduction of production costs through organizing and maintaining workstations and inventory levels.
• Exercise responsible personal protective equipment at all times.
• Possible participation in the Safety Committee
• Other duties or support of other departments as assigned

COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a good at receiving and understanding instructions given verbally.
• Must be effective in communicating clearly and concisely any questions regarding policies, procedures, or instructions.
• Is expected to understand and meet Quality, Productivity, and Safety standards.
• Is required to document quality, quantity and time spent on each job for all work performed.

EDUCATIONAL AND POSITION EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Blueprint interpretation skills and basic math skills required.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work individually or with a team.
• A background check, drug screen, and physical are required prior to employment.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
• Move about the production area to retrieve needed equipment/inventory to complete assigned jobs.
• Stay in a stationary position on concrete for extended periods of time from squatting to upright positions.

REPORTS TO: Operations Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $25