Paint Powder Coat Technician

L.A. Darling Company LLC, part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—backed by Berkshire Hathaway—offers diverse learning and working opportunities, fostering a culture where everyone is empowered to lead and make a positive impact.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal components for powder coating by cleaning, washing, drying, masking, hanging, and otherwise preparing parts for processing.
• Load and unload parts and products onto and from the powder-coating line.
• Apply powder coating accurately, evenly, and consistently to meet product specifications and quality standards.
• Operate powder-coating equipment, spray guns, paint booths, washers, ovens, conveyors, and related machinery according to established procedures.
• Monitor coating coverage, thickness, color, finish, appearance, water levels, chemical concentrations, and oven temperatures to ensure process quality.
• Adjust equipment and processes as necessary to maintain consistent coating quality and production efficiency.
• Inspect finished products for defects including missed areas, thin or excessive coating, contamination, discoloration, chips, improper finish, or other quality issues.
• Ensure all painted products meet company quality standards and customer specifications.
• Identify, report, and assist in resolving quality concerns and rework requirements.
• Perform routine cleaning, preventive maintenance, and deep cleaning of paint booths, washers, powder-coating equipment, and work areas.
• Follow proper color-change and equipment-cleaning procedures to prevent contamination.
• Maintain equipment, tools, and materials in an organized and safe condition to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Properly handle, store, and dispose of powder-coating materials, chemicals, and waste according to company and environmental requirements.
• Safely handle raw materials, finished products, and production supplies.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, dollies, and other material-handling equipment when trained and authorized.
• Read and interpret work orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, and production schedules.
• Prioritize daily activities to maintain production flow and achieve established productivity goals.
• Communicate equipment, production, and quality concerns to supervisors and team members.
• Work independently and collaboratively to support efficient manufacturing operations.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support production, quality, and operational objectives.