POWDER COAT PAINT SYSTEM TECHNICIAN

Owen Industries•Carter Lake, IA

2d•$28 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

PVF Finishing is looking for an experienced Powder Coating Technician who knows the trade inside and out. This isn’t a helper role — you’ll be the person who keeps the entire powder coat line running at its best. From managing color changes and monitoring equipment settings to performing daily maintenance, quality checks, and directing the crew, you’re the technical backbone of the paint operation. If you have 5+ years of powder coating experience, a sharp eye for quality, and the ability to lead a team while keeping the line moving — we want to talk. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, four 10-hour days, and the pay is $28–$31/hr depending on your experience.

Requirements

5+ years of powder coating experience strongly preferred
Hands-on experience with powder coat line operations — color changes, equipment settings, application techniques, and quality inspection
Ability to perform mil testing and other electronic/visual quality checks
Experience with powder coat line maintenance — booths, robots, filters, and related equipment
Basic computer skills; familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems a plus
Ability to direct and work effectively as part of a team
Attention to detail and commitment to meeting customer quality and delivery standards
Strong work ethic and commitment to safety — ability to operate all equipment per applicable regulations and procedures
Good attendance and punctuality

Responsibilities

Manage and perform color changes on the powder coat line
Monitor line flow and flex staffing as required to maintain daily production schedules
Coordinate product entering and exiting the system to meet customer delivery expectations
Monitor powder coating equipment to ensure proper settings and adjustments are maintained throughout the shift
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance routines on all powder coat line equipment
Execute required testing on all equipment per established schedules
Apply powder coatings using proper application procedures and techniques
Inspect work in progress for quality issues such as runs, missed areas, and coverage problems
Clean and maintain paint booths, including robots, lights, and filter changes
Perform quality checks including visual inspection and electronic mil testing
Maintain powder levels and storage areas
Ensure all required SAP transactions are completed accurately
Keep all paint areas clean and organized
Support, encourage, and help direct crew members in the paint department
Carry out all duties in accordance with ISO standards and company procedures
Perform all other duties as assigned