Powder Coatings Operator - Sun-Thurs: 3rd Shift (11pm - 7:30am)

Hentzen is a unique company in today's world. Since our founding in 1923, we've remained an independent, privately held organization committed to being a leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance coatings. Our success is built on a foundation of innovation, dedication, and service-to both our customers and our employees. With over 100 years of experience, Hentzen has earned recognition as a technology leader and trusted partner in the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. Our ability to custom-engineer advanced coatings tailored to meet the specific and challenging requirements of our customers sets us apart. This innovation comes to life in our state-of-the-art facilities, where our talented employees are empowered to solve complex problems through creativity and collaboration. If you're looking to join a company known for its technical excellence, employee commitment, and customer focus, Hentzen offers a rewarding and challenging opportunity to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.

POWDER COATINGS OPERATOR

Sun-Thurs: 3^rd Shift (11pm - 7:30am)

The Powder Coatings Operator performs all operations required to verify, document, assemble, mix, blend, and grind materials to create an accurate batch of product to meet customer's specifications. Cleaning and assembly of Powder Production Equipment. Communicate and collaborate with the Quality Control Lab.

DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Accurately follow batch ticket instructions to make specific product.
• Assemble accurate measurements of materials through use of scales and gather other equipment and ingredients as needed to make specific product.
• Follow setup guidelines to utilize best starting points for production runs.
• Complete proper documentation (such as batch tickets) correctly and accurately.
• Accurately enter data into ERP system.
• Clean up and safely store equipment used. Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures.
• Communicate with QC, Supervisors, Team Leads, and other Powder Associates to attain and share critical information.
• Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.
• As part of the housekeeping procedures, the employee may be involved with the disposal of hazardous waste. The initial training of how to properly dispose of hazardous waste will be performed by the Environmental and Safety Coordinator or the department supervisor. Annual training of the same will be performed by the Environmental and Safety Coordinator.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by Team Lead, Supervisor or Manager.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Preferred education level: a high school diploma and/or GED. It is desirable for the employee to possess additional specific related training.
• Preferred experience level: three to twelve months of related manufacturing experience with basic knowledge of paint formulation, mixing procedures, and the ability to use related manufacturing equipment such as mills and extruders.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer experience is strongly preferred.
• Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals.
• Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner.
• Ability to operate a forklift with forklift driving certification is strongly preferred and the ability to use a pallet jack.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• Clean work habits and skill in handling large volumes of powder and raw materials.
• Basic math skills and the ability to convert various measurements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Join our team, where we maintain a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled environment to ensure optimal working conditions and the preservation of sensitive materials. Our facility is equipped with advanced HVAC systems to regulate temperature and humidity, providing a comfortable and stable atmosphere for all employees.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk and/or hear, stand, and/or walk, use hands to finger, handle or touch objects or controls, and move from place to place. The employee is regularly required to sit, balance, stoop, and occasionally reach above shoulders. The employee occasionally must use foot/feet to operate machinery, climb, or balance and reach above the shoulders. The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 65 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs.

Personal Protection Equipment is required during various processes in the production area. Safety shoes, glasses, and flame-retardant uniforms or lab coats are required in the production area. Respirators and ear plugs may be required when performing certain production activities.

Please send your resume to:

Hentzen Coatings, Inc.

Attn: Human Resources

6937 W. Mill Road

Milwaukee, WI 53218

or

APPLY ONLINE AT:

Hentzen Career Center

Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

www.hentzen.com

All candidates are subject to post-offer testing: including a job-related pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.