Coatings Quality Technician (Manufacturing) – 1st Shift

About the role

First American Resources is a leading specialty coater founded in 1975. We specialize in coil coating and integrate various manufacturing capabilities. The company has a history of quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control testing on products coming off the coil coating and paint lines.
• Conduct coating thickness measurements using approved testing equipment and methods.
• Perform adhesion, gloss, color, cure, flexibility, and corrosion resistance testing.
• Evaluate finished products against customer specifications and quality standards.
• Document and maintain accurate testing records and inspection reports.
• Identify non-conforming materials and communicate findings to production and management.
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Monitor production processes to ensure consistent coating quality and performance.
• Calibrate, maintain, and verify testing equipment and laboratory instruments.
• Follow quality procedures, work instructions, safety guidelines, and testing protocols.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on manufacturing quality and operational efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory and work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, quality control, quality assurance, inspection, or industrial testing.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with paint, coatings, coil coating, powder coating, metal finishing, or industrial finishing operations.
• Experience performing coating thickness, adhesion, gloss, color, cure, flexibility, or corrosion testing.
• Knowledge of ASTM testing standards and quality control procedures.
• Experience in an ISO 9001 manufacturing environment.
• Technical training or an Associate degree in Manufacturing, Quality, Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering Technology, or a related field.

Skills & Knowledge

• Quality Control (QC)
• Quality Assurance (QA)
• Manufacturing Quality
• Product Testing
• Industrial Testing
• Paint Testing
• Coatings Testing
• Coil Coating
• Quality Inspection
• Powder Coating
• Metal Finishing
• ASTM Standards
• ISO 9001
• Root Cause Analysis
• Continuous Improvement
• Documentation & Reporting
• Measurement & Testing Equipment

Schedule

Monday through Friday
7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (scheduled overtime is required)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Retailment plan
• Paid time off
• Training and development opportunities
• Friendly, inclusive work environment
• Career growth opportunities within a stable and growing manufacturing company

Work Environment

This position works in both a laboratory and manufacturing production environment. Candidates should be comfortable working around coil coating lines, paint systems, testing equipment, and production personnel while maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.