Experienced Power Coat Painter

WGI Group•Storm Lake, IA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Powder Coat Painter is responsible for ensuring that all parts are sprayed to a consistently high quality. Responsibilities include performing all work in a safe manner, the identification and notification to supervisor of defective products, cleaning and maintaining powder coating guns and equipment, ventilation, compressed air and personal protective equipment. Core competencies for this role include Customer Focus, Communication, Team Work, Quality Orientation, Time Management, Adaptability/Flexibility, Creative and Innovative Thinking, Decision Making and Judgment, Planning and Organizing, Problem Solving, Result Focus, Accountability and Dependability, Ethics and Integrity, Development and Continual Learning, Mentoring Co-Workers, Operating Equipment, Compliance of Safety Standards, Quality Standards & Meridian Mfg. Policies, and Mathematical Reasoning.

Requirements

Ability to communicate professionally with co-workers
Strong time management and prioritization skills
Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
Knowledge of workplace safety, safe lifting and handling procedures
Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
Critical eye for identifying defects
Commitment to quality and safety
Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods and the tools required in various processes
Strong working mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance
Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedure
Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule
Overtime as required
Consistent attendance is an essential function of this position

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

Follow all safety regulations and encourage safe work practices
Follow all company policies and procedures and encourage co-workers to follow company policies and procedures
Operate power wash equipment to wash down product before painting, using required chemical process
Select appropriate powder according to product specifications
Tend or operate equipment to clean/wipe, sand, remove corrosion, caulk or otherwise prepare items for application of paint powder
Set up parts on racks/jigs to be powder coated.
Operate hand-held spray guns to powder coat stationary items or items on racking systems
Clean and maintain coating, ventilation, compressed air and personal protective equipment
Mark, record and report start/end times, powder usage, defects
Document supply inventory weekly
Clean and perform preparation of work site
Move product into and out of powder coating booth with power pusher and/or overhead cranes
Maintain equipment in good working condition and report maintenance and safety concerns.
Notify supervisor when supply levels are low
Operate, read and maintain air monitoring and other sampling devices when working in confined spaces and/or hazardous environments
Load and unload product and parts, distribute them to the appropriate locations
Assist in training of junior employees, inspecting their work.
Conduct quality inspections of work.
Actively participate in the development of a LEAN manufacturing culture.
Other assigned work as required.