Built To Connect - Astec

Powder Coat

Job Title
Powder Coat
Job ID
27740989
Location
Parsons, KS, 67357 
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Description
POWDER COATER
Parsons, KS


BUILT TO CONNECT
Power Flame is an innovative and forward-thinking manufacturer of gas, oil, combination gas/oil, low NOx burners, and combustion control systems designed for commercial, industrial, and process applications. Power Flame is a subsidiary of Astec Industries. Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

ABOUT THE POSITION
The Powder Coater will be responsible for all aspects of powder coating Industrial Equipment and burners. Will operate powder coating equipment and ovens. Experience is a plus but can be trained. Must follow technical specifications to complete work orders and maintain quality standards.

Key Deliverables:
  • Operate powder coating sprayers or other equipment industrial spay on metals
  • Monitor work to ensure desired results. 
  • Ensure that all materials are labeled accurately.
  • Clean, sand /grind and prepare equipment surface for spraying.
  • Inspect all products to ensure that the end results follow Power Flame’s guidelines.

Key Activities & Responsibilities:
  • Accomplish all daily production requirements and complete assigned tasks in an efficient manner.
  • Ensure powder coating assignments are properly completed as it relates to quality assurance (proper material and equipment usage). Must be able to use spray equipment in various positions as well as manual spray products.
  • Ensure safe work practices are followed and adhered to.
  • Check production schedule or shop request list and plan work tasks.
  • Clean, sand/grind, and prepare equipment surfaces for powder coating.
  • Apply primer and finish coats with attention to safety, quality, and efficiency.
  • Clean and maintain spray guns and other equipment.
  • May work with unpleasant or toxic fumes and materials wearing protective and safety equipment.
  • Wear a mask, fresh air breathing apparatus or other safety equipment as needed, when working with paint products emitting hazardous vapors.
  • May occasionally be assigned to other duties for training purposes.
  • Attend weekly department safety meeting.
  • Follows company policies and procedures at all times.
  • Follows proper safety rules and procedures at all times.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 0 -1 years of related experience.
  • Must be detail oriented, good workmanship while taking and following direction with little to no supervision.
  • Demonstrated track record of working cross-functionally and as a team necessary.
  • Strong problem-solving skills desired.
  • Must be able to operate spray equipment, booth equipment, work from ladders, lifts, etc. to properly apply various coatings to industrial products.
  • Must be able to select appropriate coatings, or sprays and prepare them by mixing in the correct ratios using automated paint mixing equipment.
  • Forklift and overhead crane experience required.
  • Ability to read and interpret a tape measure, engineering drawings, and bills of material (BOM's).
Supervisor and Leadership Expectations
None 

Our Culture and Values
Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.
  • Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
  • Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
  • Respect for all individuals
  • Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
  • Safety, quality, and productivity as means to ensure success

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Manufacturing Environment
Shop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding, and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order. 

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