Coating Technician-1

Job description

The Coating Technician supports thermal spray coating operations on gas turbine components, including pre‑coat and post‑coat weighing and coating processes. Executes process steps safely and accurately, demonstrates strong Lean behaviors, supports problem solving, maintains 5S standards, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and productivity. Performs coat application according to approved work instructions, process standards, and engineering requirements; applies masking when required; reads and interprets work instructions and quality forms to ensure accurate coating; records and maintains precise process and measurement data; uses coating equipment, weighing devices, fixtures, and hand tools safely and effectively; inspects parts before and after coating to ensure quality compliance; follows Standard Work and Combination Sheets for consistency, quality, safety, and efficient line flow; keeps the work area clean, safe, and organized per 5S; applies Lean principles daily; actively participates in problem solving, root‑cause analysis, and corrective actions; identifies and communicates improvement opportunities in safety, quality, cycle time, flow, and waste reduction; supports enhancements in standard work, line organization, visual management, and process discipline; contributes to team efforts improving line performance, operational efficiency, and overall shop productivity; works within takt time, cycle time, and standard process flow to meet production goals; uses shop‑floor systems such as ELM and SmartShop as required; complies with company quality policies, safety requirements, applicable procedures, and standard work.

Requirements

• Diploma, technical college degree, or equivalent hands‑on experience
• knowledge or experience in a technician, manufacturing, coating, or industrial role
• minimum 2 years experience with Thermal Barrier Coating processes
• participation in problem solving or process improvement activities
• minimum 2 years experience working with gas turbine components or other precision aerospace/industrial parts

Skills