Powder Production Technician - M-F: 1st Shift (7 AM - 3:30 PM)
About The Position
The Powder Production Technician performs the operations necessary to sample, test, adjust, produce, and troubleshoot powder coatings. The position involves setting up, operating, monitoring, cleaning, disassembling, and reassembling production machinery and equipment, and works closely with the Quality Control Department. The role is based at Hentzen Coatings’ Greenville, South Carolina plant and is scheduled Monday through Friday on the first shift, from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The facility is climate-controlled with advanced HVAC systems that maintain temperature and humidity. Pay is $19.00–$22.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Production-area PPE includes safety shoes, safety glasses, and flame-retardant uniforms or lab coats. Respirators and ear plugs are required for specific production processes. Candidates are subject to post-offer job-related pre-employment physical testing, a drug screen, and a background check.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Prior manufacturing experience preferred, approximately 3–12 months.
- Ability to operate or learn to operate equipment such as extruders and mills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute to shared goals.
- Ability to safely operate a pallet jack.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to follow directions and provide constructive input.
- Detail-oriented, able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrates clean and organized work habits.
- Basic math skills, including accurate conversions and measurements.
- Ability to safely use common tools and equipment, including hand tools, calculators, extruders, mills, and forklifts.
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 65 lbs.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including standing, walking, handling objects and equipment, sitting, balancing, stooping, reaching, and potentially climbing.
Nice To Haves
- Additional related technical training.
- Forklift certification.
- Basic computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor production equipment, adjusting machines as needed based on output and indicators.
- Set up machines and equipment according to established setpoints and production specifications.
- Follow batch ticket instructions to ensure products meet customer and quality standards.
- Weigh and measure ingredients using floor and portable scales, and stage materials and equipment for batches.
- Assemble and prepare ingredients to produce batches according to specifications.
- Complete batch tickets, production logs, and other required documentation accurately and promptly.
- Notify a Supervisor or Team Lead at designated stages of cleaning and inspection processes.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, clean equipment, and follow housekeeping procedures.
- Comply with safety, quality, and workplace policies and regulations.
- Handle and dispose of hazardous waste according to established procedures and Environmental, Health, and Safety Department training.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package.
- Generous PTO policy.
- 401(k) employer match of employee contributions up to 8% of eligible compensation.
- Discretionary annual profit-sharing contribution based on company performance.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Monthly employee food trucks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
