Powder Coat - Painter in Houston, Texas at Trystar Inc

Job Title: Powder Coat Painter

Job Description:

Trystar is a leader in power distribution equipment and related services at the heart of supporting our electrical infrastructure. Our team members focus on producing the highest quality products in the industry and providing industry-leading service. Whether based in our state-of-the-art headquarters in Faribault, MN, our corporate office in Burnsville, MN, or a member of our team out in the field, safety and integrity are our guiding principles, and we work together to achieve excellence for our customers every day.

Trystar’s team members are our most important asset, we are in search of a Powder Coat Painter for our Fabrication. This position plays a critical role in achieving our strategic objectives. Trystar’s Powder Coat Painter position is an important part of Trystar’s plan to become the world’s foremost custom solution provider.

The Powder Coat Painter proficiently prepares and paints products in a safe manner necessary to manufacture quality cable products within a high-volume cable manufacturing environment.

We are looking for people who believe in our guiding principles and values of:

• Safety – We believe everyone should leave Trystar facilities in the same or better condition than when they arrived.
• Integrity – We’re honest, transparent, and committed to doing what’s right.
• Customer focus – We have relentless focus on our customers and their success.
• Right with speed – We use good judgement, make thoughtful decisions quickly, and execute them with purpose and intensity.
• Play for each other – We’re a team. We show up for each other and we know that through teamwork we achieve greatness.
• Champion change – We know adaptation and improvement are requirements to survive and to thrive.
• Enjoy the journey – We create an environment where our team feels appreciated and has fun along the way.

In this role you will:

• Coating Application: Prepare and apply powder coating materials to metal components using powder coating guns or other application equipment, ensuring even and uniform coverage.
• Surface Preparation: Clean and prepare metal surfaces before the powder coating process, removing any contaminants, rust, or debris that could affect the adhesion of the coating.
• Powder Mixing: Properly mix and prepare powder coating materials, selecting the appropriate color and type of powder for each job.
• Coating Curing: Transfer coated components to curing ovens and monitor the curing process to achieve the desired coating adhesion and finish.
• Quality Control: Inspect finished components for defects or imperfections, ensuring that they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and clean powder coating equipment regularly to ensure optimal performance and prevent contamination of coatings.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols while handling powder coating materials and operating equipment, ensuring compliance with company and industry safety regulations.
• Production Monitoring: Monitor the powder coating process to maintain a steady workflow and promptly address any deviations or inefficiencies.
• Record Keeping: Accurately record production data in Epicor, material usage, and any quality issues to maintain production records and assist in process improvement efforts. This also includes daily production reports, tally sheets, scrap reports, etc.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with other team members, including supervisors, fabricators, and quality control personnel, to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to project timelines.
• Read, comprehend, and execute processes and procedures according to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) which are necessary to properly operate the equipment and manufacture the product.
• Process Improvement: Continuously seek opportunities to improve machining processes, reduce cycle times, and enhance overall efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required, and technical secondary education is preferred.
• One year’s previous experience as a Powder Coater or in a similar role within the manufacturing or metal finishing industry is desirable.
• Two years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Proficiency in powder coating application techniques and equipment operation.
• Knowledge of various types of powder coatings and their specific application requirements.
• Understanding of surface preparation techniques to achieve optimal coating adhesion.
• Ability to ensure consistent coating quality.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and proper handling of powder coating materials.
• Perform simple mathematics to comprehend and interpret process sheets, SOP manuals, tally sheets, etc. and to keep accurate account of materials used during manufacturing process including scrap amounts.
• Able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.

Physical Requirements

• The job may involve standing for extended periods and lifting/moving metal components (up to 50 pounds).
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination are essential for precise powder coating application.
• Frequent lifting, standing, bending & reaching required.
• Must adhere to all the PPE requirements to perform the job safely, this includes but is not limited to, wearing a respirator on a frequent basis while coating, eye, hand, feet, and hearing protection.

Skills:

• Must be able to read, write and comprehend plant directives written in English.
• Attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team environment.

Trystar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals and to fostering a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.