Powder Coater
About The Position
Do you take pride in delivering high-quality finishes and working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy being part of a collaborative team that values precision, consistency, and craftsmanship? If so, the Powder Coater position may be the right job for you! As a premier fuel and hydraulic tank producer, IFH Group, Inc. is a growing company and destination employer for professionals and skilled experts. This full-time Powder Coater position is 100% on-site in Rock Falls, Illinois, and eligible for insurance benefits on the 1st day of the month following date of hire. The regular weekly schedule for this position is Sunday - Monday, 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Powder Coater for the finish team plays a key role in operating spray coating equipment to apply powder finishes on steel and/or aluminum parts, ensuring consistent coverage, proper curing, and a high-quality finish that meets production and customer standards. Reporting to the Finish Supervisor, this role ensures tanks are properly prepared, coated, and inspected within a fast-paced fabrication environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
- Six (6) months’ previous work experience in powder coating or industrial painting required.
- Strong work ethic with integrity while prioritizing safety compliance and operational excellence.
- Knowledge and skill to operate and monitor manual and automatic spray coating equipment safely and effectively.
- Ability, knowledge, and skill to adjust powder coating equipment settings and perform routine troubleshooting to maintain optimal performance.
- Knowledge and ability to identify surface defects such as rust, overspray, scratches, or missing components.
- Ability, knowledge, and skill to follow verbal and written work instructions and coating specifications consistently.
- Ability, knowledge, and skill to demonstrate professionalism and use respectful communication with employees at all levels within the organization.
- Ability, knowledge, and skill to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines.
- Ability and knowledge to apply basic computer skills.
- Ability and willingness to comply with all company policies, processes, and procedures including, but not limited to code of conduct.
- Ability and skill to fluently speak, read, write, and understand English.
Nice To Haves
- Formal training or apprenticeship in industrial coating, finishing, or related field highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operating spray coating equipment to apply powder finishes on steel and/or aluminum parts
- Ensuring consistent coverage
- Ensuring proper curing
- Ensuring a high-quality finish that meets production and customer standards
- Ensuring tanks are properly prepared, coated, and inspected
Benefits
- eligible for insurance benefits on the 1st day of the month following date of hire
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
