Powder Coat Team Lead 2nd or 3rd Shift

Powder Coat Team Lead

Virginia Metal Fab is looking for motivated and energetic individuals to fill the role of Powder Coat Team Lead.

As a Powder Coat Team Lead, you will be a part of an AWESOME shop team and will be responsible for performing various tasks involved in the powder coating process from prepping to spraying. You will oversee all powder coat operations to ensure all work is up to quality standards.

Virginia Metal Fab was founded in 2002 to provide the equine industry with high-quality manufactured and customized products. Since then, we've diversified to provide fabrication and manufacturing services to companies in a wide range of industries. Today we manufacture metal parts and assemblies for a wide range of industry leaders in the energy, utilities, transportation, and technology industries.

You will love our people! We have hunters, car enthusiasts, gamers, musicians and every other variety of people. We have family people, single people, HAPPY PEOPLE! You will find friends here and we encourage you to bring along your friends too!

Functions of the job:

• Maintain a high level of knowledge regarding powder coat operations- able to help complete difficult jobs and train new employees.
• Oversee and check the department's work to ensure quality standards are met.
• Immediately correct any issues with work within the department.
• Operate electrostatic powder spray gun and related equipment
• Determine appropriate preparation of surfaces and application of powder coating.
• Perform surface prep, masking, and plugging.
• Inspect parts for quality/defects before and after coating.
• Operate the wash system and the cure/dry oven
• Operate controls and functions of powder coating equipment.
• Clean, maintain, and store tools and powder coating equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and protocols.
• Perform preventive maintenance on powder coating equipment.
• Ensure work order sign off and inspection are complete.
• Interpret technical documentation to determine correct paint application and surface finish.
• Disposes properly of paints and other hazardous materials

Available positions:

10-hour shift 2nd or 3rd:

2nd shift:
Monday-Thursday / 3:00 p.m.

- 1:30 a.m.

3rd shift:
Monday
- Thursday / 7:30 p.m.

- 6:00 a.m.

Requirements:

• Communication, Oral
  - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Accountability
  - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy
  - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Safety Awareness
  - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Research Skills
  - Ability to design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation.
• Problem Solving
  - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Innovative
  - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions.
• Conceptual Thinking
  - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas.
• Analytical Skills
  - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.

Skills & abilities:

Education:

HS or GED

Experience:

At least 3 years experience in Powder Coating, required.

Computer

Skills:

Must be proficient in math and skilled with multiple types of measuring devices.

Certifications & Licenses:
Forklift preferred.

Other Requirements:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with experience in handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Able to wear PPE in the shop area, ability to wear respirator.

Physical Demands:

Lift/carry
- Up to and including 51-100 lbs. frequently.

Push/pull
- Up to 41-100 lbs. frequently.

Work Environment:

Exposure to outside elements and working in a non-climate controlled environment.

Benefits:

In addition to providing you with competitive compensation, our benefits package is pretty impressive! Check out these AMAZING benefits –

• Medical Coverage :
  Choose from three Anthem options to get the perfect fit, including family plans, with an eye exam included!
• Dental Insurance :
  Smile with confidence with coverage for preventive, basic, and major services!
• Vision Insurance :
  Keep an eye on the future with coverage for exams, materials, frames or contacts, and even prescription safety glasses!
• Disability Insurance :
  Short and long-term plans to make sure you're covered when life throws curveballs.
• Life Insurance :
  We value you and your family with basic life and AD&D insurance, plus voluntary options.
• Accident Insurance :
  If accidents happen, we've got your back!
• Cancer Insurance :
  Supporting you with a fixed amount if you face a cancer diagnosis.
• Critical Illness Coverage :
  You'll receive fixed amounts for covered illnesses, because we care.
• Hospital Indemnity :
  Hospital stays can be tough; we ease the burden with flat dollar reimbursements.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) :
  Confidential services for mental health counseling, budgeting, and will prep - we've got you covered!
• Pre-paid Mental Health Visits :
  Your mental well-being matters; enjoy 3 pre-paid personalized visits!
• Wellness Incentive :
  Get rewards for participating in wellness…