TES Group Limavady, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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TES Group is the driving force behind critical power and water infrastructure. We design, manufacture, install and maintain innovative systems that support the smooth, optimised operation of data centres, water and wastewater treatment plants, and other key facilities. We have an exciting role for a Powder Coating Technician to join our talented team and play a key role in achieving our strategic goals. This is a permanent role with long term potential to develop and grow along with a young, rapidly expanding, ambitious company.
Job Title: Powder Coating Technician
Location: Ballykelly
Contract Type: Full Time / Permanent
Working Hours: 40hrs / week - Weekly Night Shift Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Salary: Competitive, Negotiable depending on experience
Benefits: Private Healthcare, Company Pension, Company Life Insurance, 30 days holiday per year, Continued Professional Development (CPD) training, with progression opportunities.
Job Overview
We are looking for a skilled and reliable Powder Coating Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience applying powder coating using a manual spray booth to finish metal parts or components. The technician will be responsible for preparing surfaces, applying powder coating, curing parts, and ensuring high-quality results in line with production schedules and safety standards.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Powder Coating Application: Apply powder coating to metal parts and components using a manual powder spray booth. Ensure even coverage, correct coating thickness, and consistency for each part.
2. Surface Preparation: Prepare surfaces of parts by cleaning, sanding, or applying appropriate treatments to ensure proper adhesion of the powder coating.
3. Quality Control: Inspect parts before and after coating for defects, such as uneven coverage, colour consistency, or contamination. Conduct final quality checks to ensure parts meet required specifications.
4. Curing & Post-Coating Processes: Load coated parts into curing ovens and monitor the curing process to ensure proper baking temperatures and times are followed.
5. Powder Mix and Maintenance: Monitor the powder coating material for consistency and quality. Regularly clean and maintain the spray equipment, ensuring it is functioning efficiently.
6. Safety Compliance: Follow all safety protocols, including wearing the proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
7. Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance on the powder spray booth and curing oven.
8. Documentation: Record production quantities, batch numbers, material usage, and any issues encountered during the powder coating process.
9. Collaboration: Work closely with other team members, supervisors, and quality control staff to meet production deadlines and quality standards.
10. Continuous Improvement: Suggest process improvements to enhance coating efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall product quality.
Qualifications & Skills:
1. Proven experience in powder coating, preferably with manual spray booth equipment.
2. Familiarity with powder coating materials, curing processes, and techniques.
3. Knowledge of surface preparation methods, including phosphate, cleaning, and priming.
4. Strong attention to detail and focus on producing high-quality results.
5. Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
6. Excellent communication and organizational skills.
7. Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
8. Ability to lift and handle parts and materials safely.
9. Flexibility to work in different shifts, as required by the production schedule.
Sound like you? Apply now!
Closing Date: Friday 28th March 2025
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