Powder Coat Technician

AGI Hi Roller manufactures premier commercial enclosed, dust-tight, and self-reloading conveyors for grain handling, soy and corn processing, and industrial operations. The company specializes in conveyors designed to contain dust, spilled materials, and automatically reload material back onto the belt.

About the role

The Powder Coat Technician ensures high-quality powder-coated parts while maintaining the efficiency and compliance of the powder coat system and pretreatment line. This role involves technical support for the powder coat system, electrostatic spray guns, settings, adjustments, quality checks, and preventative maintenance. You will collaborate across departments to troubleshoot and drive improvements, ensuring adherence to waste treatment regulations and environmental compliance.

The Team

The production team includes welders, assemblers, metal fabricators, and powder coat operators. As a Powder Coat Technician, you will report to the Production Supervisor of the Powder Coat area and work closely with powder coat operators and maintenance technicians to ensure consistent equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and inspect powder paints for proper application on product and components.
• Apply powder per manufacturing specifications (booth & gun settings and/or adjustments).
• Follow all principles and practices of powder coat applications to ensure high-quality, efficient production.
• Operate and maintain the powder-coating booth system, observing gauges and equipment to detect defects.
• Identify and address defects, inconsistencies, or imperfections in the powder finish; collaborate with production teams to implement corrective actions and process improvements.
• Perform regular and preventative maintenance on the powder-coating system, including cleaning, lubrication, and calibration.
• Coordinate support resources to troubleshoot and repair powder application equipment.
• Work with maintenance personnel to address mechanical and electrical issues promptly.
• Coordinate vendor visits related to the powder-coating line.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and procedures.
• Follow procedures for parts flow and the manufacturing process.
• Assist with technical training of new powder-coat operators.
• Perform daily monitoring of wash and waste treatment systems; document all readings.
• Implement and update procedures to ensure the powder line system operates within environmental regulations.
• Maintain Reverse Osmosis and waste treatment systems to company standards.
• Maintain waste streams and file required documentation.
• Perform and maintain the burn-off system.
• Maintain 5S standards.
• Monitor and adjust electrostatic parameters (KV, amperage).
• Manage powder reclaim system efficiency.
• Inspect and verify cure schedules (time and temperature).
• Verify pretreatment quality (wash stages, chemical concentrations).
• Follow AGI’s Code of Business Ethics and related compliance policies.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years of proven experience with powder paint and maintaining powder-coating equipment.
• Ability to understand basic mechanical and manufacturing techniques.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and waste treatment practices.
• Ability to distinguish colors for color inspection.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer knowledge; ability to operate a computer, access programs, and perform simple functions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior work experience with an MRP system in a manufacturing environment.
• Chemistry background or knowledge.

Benefits

• $4,000 sign-on bonus.
• Competitive compensation.
• Excellent benefits including 401k match and employee share purchase options.
• Bonus structure tied to personal and business performance.
• Paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 16 flex hours per year.
• Clothing reimbursement program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Referral program.

AGI is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Accommodation is available for candidates with disabilities during the recruitment process and once hired.