Coating Technician

Coating Technician

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

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As a Coating Technician, you will be responsible for applying cathodic protective coatings to screws after the heat treatment process. Your role ensures product durability, resistance, and compliance with industry standards. Key responsibilities include surface preparation, precise coating application, and maintaining a high-quality finish.

Working in a controlled and regulated environment, you must follow established procedures accurately while upholding strict safety and cleanliness standards. Attention to detail and a commitment to quality are essential. This position reports directly to the Department Supervisor.

This position is on the C/D shift, working 11.5-hour shifts from 5:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. on a 4 day schedule with overtime as needed.

As a Coating Technician, you will be responsible for setting up, loading, and operating automated coating equipment, including Dip-spin and E-Coat systems, for in-house manufactured fasteners. You will manage process controls using HMIs and system software, ensuring smooth operation and troubleshooting any equipment issues as they arise. Regular equipment maintenance and process monitoring are essential to maintaining efficiency and quality. (60%)

In addition, you will prepare components for application and maintain necessary pretreatment/paint materials before and during the coating process. This includes selecting, mixing, and adjusting coatings, acids, alkaline, and processing chemicals to meet job specifications. You will mix and prepare chemicals according to specifications, ensuring even application and adherence to quality standards. The technician will inspect completed work to confirm uniform coating coverage and compliance with quality requirements.

Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment is critical to meeting health and safety regulations. You will also be responsible for cleaning and maintaining paint equipment and tools, ensuring proper storage and functionality. Accurate record-keeping of process parameters and results are required for quality control. Additionally, you will identify and troubleshoot process or equipment issues to minimize downtime and waste, while also training new employees on work procedures.

(40%)

The essential duties and responsibilities of this job are included but not limited to this job description – other tasks may be assigned and expected to be performed.

If you can do everything listed above, you've got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• Safety:
  Ability to prioritize safety by demonstrating safe work practices and promoting a safe work environment.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Proven experience as a Coating Operator or in a similar role in manufacturing, preferred.
• Simpson Strong-Tie Powered Industrial Truck Certification required (will certify).
• Familiarity with industrial machinery and chemical handling, preferred.
• Must understand atmosphere curing furnace fundamentals and operation.
• Familiar with pre and post process testing such as titrations preferred.
• Familiar with performing curing furnace preventative maintenance preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge
• Ability to work in hot environments for long periods of time
• Forklift experience required
• Accountability & Dependability. Able to consistently demonstrate reliable, punctual attendance
• Mathematical Reasoning:
  Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to Work…