• Powder Coat Painter

    Summit Products (Altoona, IA)


    We are seeking an experienced Powder Coat Painter to join our team. As a key member of our Paint Department, you will be responsible for applying powder coatings to various parts and products using specialized equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in powder coating and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

    Responsibilities:

    + Comply with all safety and quality guidelines, standards, and procedures to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.

    + Prepare and hang parts for coating by following established procedures and guidelines.

    + Operate powder coating equipment, including guns, hoppers, and booth collection systems, to apply coatings to parts and products.

    + Monitor equipment performance and detect defects to ensure quality and efficiency.

    + Ensure timely completion of projects and meet customer order deadlines.

    + Perform manual color changes, maintain equipment, and perform general maintenance tasks.

    + Demonstrate knowledge of equipment operation, troubleshooting, and repair.

    + Load and unload parts or products onto fixtures, and ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of equipment.

    + Collaborate with other department leads to ensure timely delivery of products.

    + Train, support, and develop the skills of others.

    + Schedule personnel and workload to optimize machine performance.

    + Work on continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

    + Communicate effectively with shipping team to ensure on-time delivery.

    + All other duties as assigned

    Requirements:

    + High school diploma or equivalent required.

    + High proficiency in powder coating principles and practices.

    + Ability to lead and manage a team.

    + Basic math and communication skills required.

    + 4+ years in powder painting

    + Ability to work in a hot environment and lift up to 40 lbs.

    Physical Demands:

    This position requires frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, gripping, and grasping up to 60 lbs. Employees may also stand and/or walk for up to 10-12 hours per day. A hot environment is expected.

     

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:

    + 401(k)

    + 401(k) matching

    + Dental insurance

    + Health insurance

    + Life insurance

    + Paid time off

    + Vision insurance

    Application Question(s):

    + Is your resume up to date? If not, please explain.

    Experience:

    + Powder Coat painting: 4 years (Required)

    + Industrial painting: 2 years (Preferred)

    + Assembly: 2 years (Preferred)

    Shift availability:

    + Day Shift (Required)

    Ability to Commute:

    + Altoona, IA 50009 (Required)

     

    Department

     

    Paint Line

     

    Employment Type

     

    Full-Time

    Minimum Experience

    Experienced