Powder Coater-1st and 2nd Shift
Skills can be taught. Pride in your work, a strong attitude, and dependability can't. Bring those qualities, and you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and build a lasting career with us.
MCI is a 46-year-old industry leader in the design, manufacture, and assembly of electrical control systems and electrical enclosures. We are seeking an experienced Powder Coater who takes pride in producing high-quality finishes and understands the importance of consistency, appearance, and attention to detail.
What You'll Do
Apply powder coating to manufactured metal components while meeting quality, production, and appearance standards.
Review work orders, prints, and production documentation to verify color, finish, and coating requirements.
Inspect incoming parts to ensure surfaces have been properly prepared for coating.
Maintain proper coating coverage and mil thickness on parts of varying sizes and configurations.
Monitor curing ovens and identify issues that could affect finish quality or product compliance.
Inspect completed parts for defects, coverage, appearance, and thickness requirements.
Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot spray guns, powder delivery systems, and related equipment.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Follow all company safety requirements and wear required PPE.
Assist with other production activities as needed.
What We're Looking For
Minimum of 2 years of powder coating experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Working knowledge of powder coating equipment, application techniques, and curing processes.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, prints, work orders, and production specifications.
Experience maintaining coating consistency, finish quality, and required coating thicknesses.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Basic math and measurement skills.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Reliable attendance and a team-oriented attitude.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience coating fabricated metal products of varying sizes and shapes.
Experience measuring coating thickness and verifying finish requirements.
Experience maintaining spray guns, powder coating systems, and industrial ovens.
Industrial wet-painting experience.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
Ability to frequently bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and twist.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled.
Ability to work around powder coating materials, fumes, chemicals, and industrial equipment while following established safety procedures.
Work hours:
1st Shift: 6:00am- 2:30pm, Monday-Friday
2nd Shift: 3pm-11:30pm, Monday- Friday
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (including a free HSA plan option)
Quarterly performance bonus
PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Bereavement, and Paid Jury Duty
401(k) with company match
Employer-paid life insurance
Referral bonus program
About Us
MCI is a 46-year-old industry leader in the design, manufacture, and assembly of electrical controls, electrical enclosures, irrigation pumps and controls, municipal and commercial pump stations, water purification systems and design-to-order metal fabrications. We serve a variety of industries with standard and custom products including water pumping, oil production-drill and refining controls, wastewater treatment, conveying, baggage conveying, handling, and more!
Exempt: Yes
Type: Full Time
Location: Dallas, 75220
Work Location: In Person
- Department
- Paint
- Location
- Dallas
- Salary
- $22 - $30/hour
- Employment type
- Full-time
About Motor Controls, Inc.
Motor Controls Inc. (MCI) designs and manufactures custom control panels, power distribution systems, packaged pumping solutions, water treatment technologies, and industrial enclosures. Drawing on the expertise of our brands, we deliver scalable systems that reduce downtime, simplify installation, and ensure reliable operation for OEMs and end users in industrial, municipal, and agricultural markets.