Painter-Powder

JCB North America•Pooler, GA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Powder Paint Team Member is responsible for performing all powder coating operations within the Paint Shop, ensuring components and equipment meet durability, adhesion, and appearance standards required for heavy-duty construction equipment. This role supports the full powder coating process, including surface preparation, application, curing, and finishing, while maintaining high levels of safety, productivity, and quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 1–2 years of experience in industrial, automotive, or manufacturing painting
Experience operating material handling equipment (forklift, crane, or manipulators)
Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of experience in powder coating or industrial painting
Experience in heavy equipment or industrial manufacturing environments
Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
Experience operating coating systems, curing ovens, or finishing equipment
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work in a high-stress environment.
Detail-oriented and able to work independently.
Collaborative approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the enterprise.
Ability to understand processes (system and non-system), troubleshoot, develop, and recommend solutions.
Enjoy working in a dynamic environment and be a self-motivated team player.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of the powder coating process, including surface preparation, application, and curing
Apply powder coatings using electrostatic spray systems to ensure proper coverage, adhesion, and finish
Monitor coating thickness, consistency, and quality to meet engineering and production specifications
Perform touch-ups and rework as needed to meet finish and durability standards
Prepare components for coating, including cleaning, masking, staging, and pre-treatment
Load and unload parts and assemblies using manipulators, conveyors, cranes, or forklifts
Safely handle materials to maintain workflow efficiency and prevent damage
Operate and maintain powder coating equipment, including spray guns, booths, and curing ovens
Perform routine maintenance such as: Cleaning spray systems, Monitoring filters and air flow, Ensuring equipment calibration and proper function
Identify and troubleshoot equipment or process issues to maintain production uptime
Inspect coated parts for finish quality, coverage, thickness, and defects
Identify issues such as: Poor adhesion or uneven coating, Surface contamination or missed areas
Report and support resolution of non-conforming products
Collaborate with Quality and Production teams to improve first-pass yield and reduce rework
Apply continuous improvement (CI) and lean manufacturing principles to optimize coating processes
Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) to eliminate recurring defects
Recommend process improvements to improve efficiency, quality, and cost performance
Follow all health, safety, and environmental regulations, including handling of powder materials and chemicals
Safely operate crane and rigging equipment as required
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators and protective gear
Maintain compliance with OSHA and environmental standards
Perform demasking and finishing operations using hand and pneumatic tools
Maintain a clean, organized work area aligned with 5S standards
Support additional manufacturing tasks as needed to meet production goals
Other duties as assigned