Powder Coat Parts Washer

Job Description

Title: Powder Coat Parts Washer

Department: Frame Welding

Reports to: MR&D Manager

Location: Onsite, Hillsboro, OR

Job Summary:

As a Powder Coat Parts Washer, you will be responsible for full a range of specialized painting projects including, but not limited to, large metal frames, skins on other customer required material. You will perform all aspects of a powder coating processes to include parts preparation, hanging strategies, chemical preparation, powder coating theory (electrostatics), equipment management, powder application, and baking processes.

Job Responsibilities:

Ensures parts are properly prepared for powder coating. This may include sandblasting, rust removal, oil removal, and overall cleanliness.

Qualify properly processed parts using a basic understanding of chemical pretreatment.

Ability to operate, monitor, and set up all application and support equipment to yield consistent quality and meet efficiency goals.

Ensure preventative maintenance/housekeeping schedules are completed on time using proper shop practices and procedures.

Ability to operate powder application equipment including electrostatic guns, and feed hoppers.

Powder coating metal surfaces including steel, aluminum and other shop coated or un-coated metal, finished hardware, accessories and other surfaces as specified on drawing.

Inspects and qualifies individual parts as meeting established quality standards and guides other in this process. Quality aspects include proper mil thickness, texture appearance, part coverage, and adhesion (crosshatching to ASTM standards).

Follow all OSHA safety guidelines regarding use and maintenance of personal protective equipment, as well as work practices and housekeeping.

Follow established LOTO guidelines.

Adhere to ISO policies and procedures.

Skills Integral to the Job:

Knowledge of proper hanging techniques, which includes hanging angle for pretreatment chemical drainage, application ergonomics, individual hanging rack density, and proper conveyor line loading.

Knowledge and understanding of the powder coating process.

Understands powder curing as a function of metal thickness and exposure time in oven.

Reputation for taking initiative, setting goals, following directions, and getting things done right the first time.

Ability to effectively work independently with minimal supervision as well effectively work within a team.

Must have a willingness to instruct others on proper coating techniques.

Basic computer skills

Education and Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or GED

0- 2 years powder coating experience

Minimum 1 year experience in manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift to 35 pounds on a regular basis.

Ability to stand up to 8 hours per day.

If you are seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted, though we keep all applicants on file to consider as candidates for future opportunities. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our dedicated team of professionals.

Benefits: As an employee of HIS Innovations Group, you will enjoy a variety of benefits, including Health Care, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term Disability, Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) with company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a casual work environment.

HIS Innovations Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.