Powder Coater- 1st shift

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow all OSHA safety guidelines and participate in our 6S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Operate a variety of equipment including blast booths, paint booths, curing ovens, and material handling systems.
• Apply powder coatings, ensuring proper coverage, thickness, and finish.
• Inspect and prepare parts by cleaning, masking, plugging, and staging them according to production specifications.
• Apply powder coatings using electrostatic spray equipment, ensuring proper coverage, thickness, and finish.
• Load and unload parts on racks or conveyors, ensuring proper alignment and safe handling.
• Follow job work orders and blueprints to ensure coatings meet customer and industry requirements.
• Support our ISO 9001 and AS9100 Quality Management System by following standard procedures and documenting results.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate workflow and resolve production issues.
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and ready for the next job as part of our lean manufacturing culture.
• Identify and report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.
• Participate in root cause problem solving and offer suggestions to improve production flow and product quality.
• Contribute to a positive, team-first environment that emphasizes accountability and shared success.
• Remain flexible and open to working in different roles, including prepping/masking, blasting, loading/unloading, and painting.
• Track and record production output and complete required documentation accurately.
• Maintain a customer-focused mindset, understanding that high-quality work and on-time delivery directly impact our reputation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional, proactive, and positive attitude.
• A passion for exceptional customer service and support.
• Sensitivity to the unpredictable demands and uncertainties associated with working in a specialty surface coating & finishing business.
• Previous experience in powder coating, painting, or surface finishing (preferred).
• A basic understanding of coating thickness, adhesion, and finish quality standards (preferred).
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Experience working well with others in team settings.
• Good problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Reliable and able to meet deadlines.
• Professional, respectful, and solutions-focused.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
• Safety-focused with a track record of following procedures.
• Experience in ISO 9001 or AS9100 environments (preferred).