Powder Coat Specialist

TRUMPF•Farmington, CT

About The Position

The Powder Coat Specialist performs painting-related processes to ensure parts are delivered on time and with zero defects. The role prepares parts for coating, checks and handles parts throughout the conveyor and spray-booth processes, performs touch-up and rework, and supports equipment upkeep and process improvement in the powder coat area.

Requirements

Previous experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment and/or a powder-coating area is preferred.
Knowledge of metal preparation and powder painting is strongly preferred.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, and lift up to 70 pounds.
Two-year technical degree or a suitable combination of education and work experience.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of MS Office products.
Knowledge of quality and lean manufacturing techniques.

Responsibilities

Load parts onto the conveyor line and prepare them for painting or powder coating, including taping, plugging, and bonding.
Ensure parts are clean and dry before they enter the paint or powder-coat spray booth.
Unload parts from the conveyor line and ensure the quality of all parts.
Deliver parts in a way that prevents damage or defects and includes proper paperwork.
Follow rework policies when handling defective parts from customers or internal production.
Use area tools and equipment, including forklifts, drill presses, power drills, air tools, hand grinders, orbital tools, and pressure washers.
Deburr, grind, and clean sheet-metal parts requiring touch-up or rework.
Make necessary adjustments to cleaning solutions on the parts wash line.
Assist with paint color changeovers at the spray booths.
Perform routine checks in accordance with standard processes in the powder coat area.
Read and understand blueprints and written specifications, including metric measurements.
Support and perform 5S and preventive maintenance activities to maintain area equipment and the work environment.
Support Shop Floor Management in the area.
Improve related processes.

Benefits

401(k) with generous company match.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, with employer HSA contributions and employer-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
Tuition reimbursement and student loan guidance.
Paid family and parental leave programs and reproductive and family health resources.
Paid time off available from day one and 11 paid company holidays.
Company-paid life insurance at two times base salary, plus short- and long-term disability coverage.
Gym membership subsidy.
Employee referral bonuses.
Recognition awards.
Scholarship program for employees' children.