Hybrid Industrial Coating Technician at The Fi Company

Company Description

The Fi Company - Seattle is a plastics fabrication company with diverse and integrated capabilities including: thermoforming (vacuum and pressure), reaction injection molding, plastic fabrication, assembly, and the application of high performance coatings. As a complement to our diverse focus we strive for excellence in all areas.

Duties & Responsibilities

· Set up and operate spray eqipment to coat with primers and other industrial coatings including powder coating.

· Clean and prepare parts for coating process, including masking and sandblasting.

· Apply industrial coating, including powder coating.

· Working in a spray booth environment operating paint and powder coat equipment.

· Measure the thickness of applied coating materials.

· Clean and maintain tools, equipment, and work areas.

Education & Experience

· High school diploma or GED.

· 1-2 years experience in a production manual powder coating environment. Comparable experience, such as auto body painting, will be considered.

· Ability to interpret and understand customer drawings and specifications.

· Experience working within the plastics industry in a plant setting is preferred. 

· Experience coating with Teflon, Nylon, Halar, and Polyethelyne is a plus. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

· Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

· Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

· Ability to read part drawings is a plus.

· Candidates must be able to lift, push, pull and carry 50lbs.

· May have to squat or bend frequently and stand for extended periods. 

Compensation 

The Fi Company will offer a competitive compensation and benefit package commensurate with the background and experience of the applicant.