Technician - 3rd Shift

We are looking for a Coating Technician for our Wixom, MI facility. In this role you will be responsible for the set up and monitoring of the coating machines. The main responsibilities are to prepare the coating system, load and unload the chamber, change the magnetic systems and input process parameters in the operator screen. This individual will pre‑treat a variety of customer products using standardized methods to prepare products for coating.

The technician will use analytical thinking and a high‑degree of creativity to oversee and assemble chamber loads based on customer specifications. As part of his or her regular responsibilities, this person will make critical processing decisions, initiate the coating process and be responsible for disassembling and reconfiguring the chamber for subsequent loads.

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company‑sponsored HSA contributions and no cumbersome waiting periods.
• Excellent dental and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, financial and wellness programs.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a significant company match.
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources.
• Generous paid time off.
• 12 paid company holidays.
• 100% company‑paid life insurance and disability insurance.
• Employee referral bonus program.

• Perform daily changeover maintenance of pre/post treatment equipment.
• Optimize the daily use of production equipment.
• Follow standard procedures and interpret customer work instructions.
• Work with quality coordinator and center manager to identify and address quality concerns.
• Provide training and assistance to other employees on equipment operation and maintenance.
• Learn new skills and cross‑train into various departments.
• Operate and maintain coating equipment according to specifications.
• Minimize equipment downtime through preventative maintenance procedures.
• Learn fixturing and defixturing techniques.
• Maintain and update equipment records.
• Assist with quality assurance and other technical matters as required.
• Interact with customers and co‑workers in a customer‑friendly manner.
• Receive and inspect customer product for processing.
• Establish product process sequence.
• Inspect finished product.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor/management.

• High school graduate or GED or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of previous experience in HVAC, carpentry, automotive/industrial equipment repair, or construction preferred.
• Knowledge of cutting tools preferred.
• Previous experience with coating techniques, blasting, or plating strongly desired.
• Ability to read/write/speak English.
• Commit to corporate core values, goals, mission and vision.
• Strong work ethic, detail‑oriented, and creative.
• Proficient in ordering supplies via the internet.
• Experience with MS Office.
• Strong work ethic, high‑energy, detail‑oriented.
• Physically able to lift, stack, push, pull and/or move items weighing up to 44 pounds.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work overtime when required.
• Must be able to work 3rd shift (Monday‑Friday 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM).

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