2nd Shift Powder Coating Associate
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Assembly, Production Associate / Production Line
Location: Hesston
Powder Coating Associate 2nd Shift
2:30 PM – 11:00 PM Pay starting at $19.82/hour plus $2 shift differential totaling $21.82/hour
What You’ll DoAs a Powder Coating Associate you’ll be part of our production team located in Hesston, KS.
- Operate manual electrostatic guns to apply powder to parts. (Approx. 35%)
- Operate, monitor and maintain equipment (automatic guns, powder pick up and reclaim system, paint line conveyor system, infrared and conventional cure ovens, and pre-treatment system) (Approx. 20%)
- Inspect parts for compliance to quality standards and apply liquid touch up as necessary. (Approx. 20%)
- Apply and remove plugs/caps to protect unpainted areas and blow off water from pre-treatment system (Approx. 15%)
- Prepare parts for powder recoat by sanding down surfaces (Approx. 10%)
- You always strive to do a good job…but wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good?
- You care about quality – at every level.
- You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions.
- You’re not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it.
- You also have:
- High School /GED diploma preferred (required to maintain the pre-treatment system only)
- Ability to comply with safety standards (full body Tivex suits, air purifying respirator)
- Technical ability to elevate issues when identified
- Able to follow standard work as trained by a supervisor or OpEx lead
You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan
Benefits & Perks- Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
- Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
- What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors and everyday heroes all over the world.
- Career Opportunity:
Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths. - Learning & Development:
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the‑art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities). - Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. - Purpose-Driven Company:
You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state‑of‑the‑art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.
Company Culture & ValuesWe don’t just build the world, we build innovative technology too. Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech‑driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker.
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