Powder Coat Painter Lead/Technician Job at Parallel Employment, Racine, WI

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  • Parallel Employment
  • Racine, WI

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Powder Coat Painter Lead/Technician to take full ownership of the powder coating process, with a strong focus on loading efficiency and high-quality paint application. This hands-on role includes preparing and hanging parts to maximize line density, applying powder coating in accordance with Technical Data Sheets (TDS), and ensuring a consistent, high-quality finish through inspection and touch-up as needed.

The ideal candidate will have deep technical knowledge of powder coating systems, a strong eye for detail, and the ability to lead by example. You will be responsible for ensuring that all painted parts meet or exceed quality standards while driving continuous improvement in the process.

In addition to painting responsibilities, this role supports the Paint Line Supervisor in coordinating daily operations, minimizing downtime, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

1st shift: Mon-Thur 5am -3:30pm

Salary: $55-65 K

Job location: Racine, WI

Job Type: Direct Hire

Essential Functions

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure that all components are produced/coated efficiently and are consistent with company-established goals for quality and on-time performance

• Identify and address issues or concerns related to the powder coating process, equipment malfunctions, or quality control deviations

Team Leadership

• Provide leadership and direction to powder coat painters, including training, coaching, and mentoring to enhance skills and performance

Workflow Optimization

• Collaborate with supervisor to optimize workflow and scheduling to meet production goals and deadlines

• Ensure spray efficiencies are meeting KPI’s based on quoted levels

CARC (Chemical Agent Resistant Coating) Application

• Apply CARC finishes in line with required standards, monitor environmental conditions for proper curing, and inspect coated parts for quality compliance

Equipment Maintenance

• Perform and ensure routine maintenance and cleaning of powder coating equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity

Physical Demands:

• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms, hands, fingers, legs and moving your whole body, such as lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, handling of materials, and operating machinery

• Carrying & lifting 10 - 75 Pounds frequently

• Ability to endure hours exposed to heat

• Ability to move and transfer products with an overhead crane

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus

• Must be able to pass a general respirator medical evaluation

Requirements

• Knowldege of safety protocols and procedures related to powder coating operations

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred

• Additional training or certification in powder coating technology or related field preferred

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in powder coating painting

• Good knowledge of mechanics and repair of painting equipment

• Knowledge wash and pretreatments

Benefits

We are an equal opportunity employer

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Job Tags

Full time, Day shift,

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