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Powder Coat Shop Laborer - Prep

Wehrli Custom Fabrication
Dekalb, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2027

Powder Coat Shop Laborer

Company Description

Located in Dekalb, IL Wehrli Custom Fabrication is a small but rapidly growing family owned and operated company specializing in the manufacture of high-performance diesel truck components and custom metal fabrication. Our continuing growth provides a special opportunity for the right person who wants to build professional expertise with a developing company. At WCFab we are a team playing group of individuals that take great pride in our reputation for providing the highest quality fabricated parts MADE IN THE USA. In addition to our metal fabrication, we have a top-of-the-line CNC Machining Department, Powder Coating Services, and Installation division which handles the install of our product as well as general maintenance and repair on light duty diesel trucks. To aid in the expansion of our product line and manufacturing capabilities, we have relocated (still in DeKalb) to a newly constructed state of the art, climate controlled, 112,000 sq ft facility as of January 2022.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

This role prepares and delivers all products of the powder coating division from inception to shipment. The Laborer will prepare the parts for the application of powder via manual and machine sanding and blasting, taping, cleaning, prepping, and final inspection and wrapping after coating.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Ability to stand 8 hours per day
  • Frequently able to lift 25 lbs.
  • Occasionally lift 50 lbs.
  • Basic mechanical knowledge and use of tools

Job Type: Full and Part time, First shift M-F

Pay Scale: Hourly, $17-$20 /hour

Benefits: 401K with Match, Profit Sharing, Paid Vacation, Paid Holiday, Paid Personal

Days, Health/Dental Insurance with Employee Coverage

The information in this position description is intended to convey information about the key responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working con associated with the opportunity. Responsibilities are subject to change.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) 3% Match
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $20

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