Powder Applicator

Janco Industries•Sully, IA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Powder Applicator is responsible for priming and powder coating parts by operating automatic and manual powder guns. The goal of the Powder Department is to maintain a safe work environment and produce quality parts as efficiently as possible.

Requirements

Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Willing and eager to learn; accepts feedback.
High attention to detail to ensure superior products.
100% quality driven.
Comfortable with repetition.
Communicates well with others.
High concern for safety.
Demonstrates company core values.
Willing to assist in other areas of production as needed.
High School Diploma
Metal fabrication manufacturing environment with prior powder experience. Willing to train the right candidate.
Basic knowledge of computers.
Operate tools: Grinder, DA sander, and other tools as assigned.
Respirator medical certification and training
Safety-toe shoes, protective eye wear, respirator when applicating, dust mask when DA sanding, gloves when loading parts, hard hat when working above head, ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Set automatic and manual guns for application in accordance with pre-set standards.
Apply powder to parts based on customer requirements.
Perform visual quality control during application.
Clean all system components, nozzles, tubing, etc. between color changes and at end of shift.
Clean powder booth between color changes and at end of shift.
Check and confirm accurate chemical levels in the wash system.
Document powder usage to support accurate inventory levels.
Clean respirator (PAPR) equipment.
Select appropriate hooks to hang parts.
Efficiently and accurately hang parts on the line to support the powder application process.
Prepare parts for application by plugging holes, taping, wiping, etc.
Unload parts from the line while conducting 100% visual inspection.
Verify & document part quantities.
Organize completed parts for assembly or shipping.
Ensure accurate paperwork accompanies completed parts.
Organize hooks to send out for scheduled stripping.
Utilize proper tools and/or equipment to support customer requirements and quality; to include DA sanding, shotblast operation, etc.