Painter-Powder

With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.

At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity.

At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality.

The Powder Paint Team Member is responsible for performing all powder coating operations within the Paint Shop, ensuring components and equipment meet durability, adhesion, and appearance standards required for heavy-duty construction equipment.

Full Time, Non-Exempt

Onsite: 2000 Bamford Blvd Pooler, GA 31322

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401 (k) retirement plan
• paid time off
• paid holidays

• Perform all aspects of the powder coating process, including surface preparation, application, and curing
• Apply powder coatings using electrostatic spray systems to ensure proper coverage, adhesion, and finish
• Monitor coating thickness, consistency, and quality to meet engineering and production specifications
• Perform touch-ups and rework as needed to meet finish and durability standards

• Prepare components for coating, including cleaning, masking, staging, and pre-treatment
• Load and unload parts and assemblies using manipulators, conveyors, cranes, or forklifts
• Safely handle materials to maintain workflow efficiency and prevent damage

• Operate and maintain powder coating equipment, including spray guns, booths, and curing ovens
• Perform routine maintenance such as:
• Cleaning spray systems
• Monitoring filters and air flow
• Ensuring equipment calibration and proper function
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment or process issues to maintain production uptime

• Inspect coated parts for finish quality, coverage, thickness, and defects
• Identify issues such as:
• Poor adhesion or uneven coating
• Surface contamination or missed areas
• Report and support resolution of non-conforming products
• Collaborate with Quality and Production teams to improve first-pass yield and reduce rework

• Apply continuous improvement (CI) and lean manufacturing principles to optimize coating processes
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) to eliminate recurring defects
• Recommend process improvements to improve efficiency, quality, and cost performance

• Follow all health, safety, and environmental regulations, including handling of powder materials and chemicals
• Safely operate crane and rigging equipment as required
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators and protective gear
• Maintain compliance with OSHA and environmental standards

• Perform demasking and finishing operations using hand and pneumatic tools
• Maintain a clean, organized work area aligned with 5S standards
• Support additional manufacturing tasks as needed to meet production goals
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in industrial, automotive, or manufacturing painting
• Experience operating material handling equipment (forklift, crane, or manipulators)
• Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

• 1–3 years of experience in powder coating or industrial painting
• Experience in heavy equipment or industrial manufacturing environments Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work in a high-stress environment.
  • Detail-oriented and able to work independently.
  • Collaborative approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the enterprise.
  • Ability to understand processes (system and non-system), troubleshoot, develop, and recommend solutions.
  • Enjoy working in a dynamic environment and be a self-motivated team player.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word