Powder Coating Operator This position is responsible for completing the main powder coating process. Essential functions include movement of sandblasted chassis into the paint booth, removal of all debris from chassis using an air hose, coating of chassis following approved procedures and company's quality standards, upkeep of coating equipment to ensure daily functionality, and ability to rotate to other production positions as needed. Competencies must include the ability to work as a part of a team, clear communication skills, reading and processing written communication, meeting production goals and time deadlines, working with minimum supervision, competency in coating procedures, operating appropriate equipment, physically lifting and maneuvering weights in excess of fifty pounds, problem-solving skills, tact and diplomacy, working under physically and mentally stressful situations, and prioritizing and adapting to changes throughout the day. This role does not have any supervisory responsibility upon hiring. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day, lifting and/or moving items over 50 pounds, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, extreme weather conditions, and loud noise levels. This is a full-time hourly position for 1st and 2nd shifts located in the Goshen Plant with no travel expected. Required education and experience include a high school diploma or equivalent preferred, lift truck operator experience preferred (training available), and manufacturing/industry experience. Work authorization/security clearance must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must also be able to pass a respirator test. Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert. Lippert's strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
