Industrial Powder Coater

The Industrial Powder Coater performs a variety of services related to the surface preparation and painting of manufactured products. PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Operates powder coat and wet application equipment to ensure a quality paint job is applied to all required surfaces and mechanical bond is achieved.
• Maintains all related equipment to prevent unplanned downtime.
• Safely operates lift trucks to move materials around as needed.
• Masks equipment prior to blasting and painting operations as needed.
• Communicates with supervisor and abrasive blaster to ensure priority schedule is followed.
• Participate in continual improvement activities and the identification & resolution of problems.
• Comply with all company rules, regulations, and safety requirements.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: Lifting, of up to 75 pounds, is required. Considerable walking, climbing of stairs and extended reaching may be required. Will have to work with various power and manual tools, including (but not limited to) an air-fed paint pot and spray gun, air ventilation system, and forklift. Must be able to handle extreme weather conditions. EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or GED
• 1-2 years of experience in surface preparation, powder coat and wet paint application environment
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Work with limited supervision and direction
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner