Powder Coating Technician

Company Description

At Indmar Marine Engines, we are dedicated to designing, manufacturing and selling high quality inboard marine engines that deliver a mix of unrivaled performance, meticulous craftsmanship and ground breaking innovations. We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success.

Job Description

Indmar Marine Engines is looking for a dependable, quality-focused team player to join our Fabrication Department.

Position Summary: The Powder Coating Technician is expected to safely set-up and operate powder application equipment including powder guns, hoppers and powder booth exhausts while painting various shaped parts used in the production of marine engines. This position will also assist daily with machine operation, including sizer, bender and robotic welding.

This full-time position offers a starting rate of $18.00 - 21.00/hour depending upon experience with a consistent daytime schedule. Benefits include health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off and a retirement savings plan with a company match. Punctuality and good attendance are crucial to success in this position. Work hours are 6:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Thursday. Eligible for a $40.00 weekly attendance bonus.

Candidate must have reliable transpiration and a valid driver's license. If selected, must complete pre-employment screenings which include a drug and background check. Indmar is an equal opportunity employer.

Only Candidates in Memphis, TN, Millington, TN or nearby areas need to apply

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure all parts are properly painted and work instructions are followed.
• Set up and safely operate all production equipment while maintaining set quality standards which meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Make needed adjustments to the painting process to ensure quality parts are produced at all times.
• Maintain powder levels in the hoppers throughout the shift.
• Clean powder booth and remove waste powder.
• Maintain an exceptionally clean work area at all times.
• Track powder usage for all production runs.
• Follow the Respirator Protection Program to include wearing the respirator and other PPE properly, cleaning and maintaining filters according to the schedule.
• Insert brass plugs with Durabond and tighten to specifications.
• Assist in the shop daily with operating of bender, sizer or robotic welding machines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Minimum of 1 year experience as an industrial painter.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to maintain high productivity with little supervision.
• Great attention to detail with the desire to maintain exceptional quality of work.
• Team player attitude with a willingness to assist in other areas when needed.
• Good verbal communication skills.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Warehouse environment susceptible to extreme temperatures. Noise from nearby production machinery.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: Must be able to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, reach and perform repetitive hand and finger movements for most of the work shift. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS: Safety glasses; respirator; Must be clean shaven (No facial hair) to assure of proper seal on respirator; PAPR hood.

Additional Information

Salary:

• $18.00 - 21.00 per hour

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

•  This is a full-time position, the work schedule is

Monday - Thursday 6:00am - 4:30pm

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Powder Coating or similar painting experience (Required)

License/Certification:

• Must have a valid Driver's License and own reliable transportation