Powder Coat Operator-Alpha
Who Are We?
Lowen Corporation is located in Hutchinson, Kansas and is a world-class provider of graphic solutions for branding, advertising, information and display; serving the most recognized commercial brands within its major operating divisions. Family owned and operated for over seven decades, Lowen has built a reputation for dependability, quality of the highest standard and superior value for our customers.
Job Summary:
This position will be responsible for operating and maintain equipment in a safe and efficient manner to achieve the quality and production standards of the company. Operators will make critical processing decisions, oversee the coating processes, and be responsible for disassembling and reconfiguring the process chamber for subsequent loads.
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Follow all safety procedures and practices as outlined on the safety placard.
- Ensure adequate quantities of the necessary components are available for stock replenishment.
- Meet all stated quality levels on fabricated products
- Be able to titrate tanks and check and record PH daily.
- Check air filter for air on the line.
- Load or unload burn off oven. Log in book.
- Go over schedule and get boxes and blanks ready and waiting to help keep the line full.
- Make sure the system is turned on and there is powder In the hopper before parts get to the booth.
- Check mill thickness and record on an hourly basis.
- Record all re-paint quantities on the orders.
- Figure out how to hand odd blanks or frames before it is time to hang them on the line.
- Be able to make color changes in a timely manner.
- Keep hooks in useable condition.
- Use the pressure washer to clean hooks after taken from burn off oven.
- Clean wash bay.
- Check belts, motors, and grease all bearings.
- Check spray nozzles in the washer to make sure the spray is good.
- Clean out the sewer drain in wash bay.
Competencies
- Be well-organized and able to consistently meet deadlines.
- Be able to work in a fast paced environment that requires strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team to meet deadlines.
- Be able to work in diverse duties and responsibilities in relation to the products manufactured.
- Be able to be proactive and flexible in order to effectively carry out customer’s ship dates.
- Have required efficiency knowledge on procedures and processes.
- Have the ability to adhere to instructions.
- Display a customer-oriented approach and a creative positive outlook on all projects.
Work Environment
Cement floor with anti-fatigue mats provided
Clean working environment
Will work around moving mechanical parts
Not temperature controlled in hot months; must be able to work in heated conditions
Will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment at times
Physical Demands
Occasional walking, sitting, reach across midline, feeling, squatting, stooping, kneeling
Occasional fine manipulation
Occasional carrying 50–80 lbs; pushing/pulling 20–100 lbs
Frequent change of position, reaching, handling
Frequent arm/hand and leg/foot control; firm grasping
Constant standing
Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. Standard days and hours are Monday–Friday; hours may vary depending on department and shift. Additional hours may be required to meet customer deadlines.
