Upright Induction Paint Operator 1 shift

STOW Group • Adairsville, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The upright induction Painter/Operator applies specialized dry paint powder to steel uprights, prepping surfaces, operating paint booth, and curing items in ovens. They manage colour changes, ensure proper thickness and adhesion, maintain equipment, and inspect finished products for quality. Key skills include manual dexterity, attention to detail, and safety compliance.

Requirements

• Experience: Previous experience in industrial painting or powder coating is often required.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with spray equipment, safety protocols, and ability to read blueprints.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent generally required.

Responsibilities

• Surface Preparation: Maintain pre-treatment degreaser, rinsing, and phosphating tanks prior powder coating process.
• Application: Operate electrostatic paint booth to apply powder uniformly to parts on a conveyor line.
• Equipment Operation: Adjust booth settings, air pressure, spray guns, and oven temperatures.
• Quality Control: Inspect parts before and after painting for defects, ensuring proper coating thickness (mil thickness).
• Maintenance & Cleanliness: Maintain, clean, and troubleshoot paint booths, hoppers, and spray guns.
• Color Changes: Perform efficient changeovers of powder types and colors.
• Responsible for the powder thickness and color requested by the customer.
• Responsible for the pre-treatment and parameters on induction coils.
• Operates conveyors for profile transport
• Bath controls: ph tab, titration products
• Powder thickness checks: Elcometer
• Temperature Control: Infrared Camera

Benefits

• PTO, sick leave, 11 US paid holidays
• Medical (currently BlueCross BlueShield), Dental and Vision Insurance, including Family coverage, all currently 90% Company paid
• Company paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401K with employer match, currently 4%
• Partial Tuition Reimbursement after 12 months

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees