1st Shift Powder Coat Area Lead | Full-Time

Help keep powder coat production running smoothly.

POLYWOOD® is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented 1st Shift Powder Coat Area Lead to support daily operations across the powder coat process. This hands-on role helps keep communication and part flow organized, troubleshoots coating issues, and supports production as needed.

If you enjoy solving problems, staying organized, and working with a team, this could be a great opportunity to build your skills and contribute to a process that helps create durable outdoor furniture.

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Pay and Schedule

• 1st shift: 5:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Monday–Friday
• Full-time position

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What You Can Learn

In this role, you can build experience in:

• Powder coat process troubleshooting and settings
• Production communication and shift handoffs
• Sabretooth parts orders and production flow
• Powder gun, line, and hook maintenance
• Washer tank chemical testing and process control
• Inventory and supply tracking
• Air quality and filter tracking

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What You’ll Do

As the Powder Coat Area Lead, you will help keep daily operations organized and support the team by:

• Managing emails, chats, and shared sheets to make sure important information reaches the right areas
• Scanning out parts orders in Sabretooth for the shift and requesting orders as needed
• Troubleshooting powder coating settings for each part and color
• Completing powder gun maintenance and cleaning as needed
• Performing line and hook maintenance when required
• Stepping into the process to hang, pull, or coat parts when production needs support
• Testing washer tank chemicals daily to help ensure EPA standards are met
• Communicating with other shifts to support smooth handoffs
• Monitoring inventory of powder, chemicals, and other supplies
• Maintaining tracking sheets for filters and air quality

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What We’re Looking For

Strong candidates will:

• Demonstrate dependable attendance and reliability
• Use strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues quickly
• Communicate clearly and stay organized throughout the shift
• Be willing to support the production line hands-on
• Pay close attention to detail and maintain a focus on quality
• Work well with others and help the team meet production needs
• Bring experience in manufacturing, powder coating, or a lead role; related experience is helpful

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Work Environment

This is an active, hands-on manufacturing role. Depending on the needs of the process, you may:

• Work around powder coat equipment and production machinery
• Stand or move throughout the shift
• Perform hands-on tasks such as hanging, pulling, and coating parts
• Handle powder, chemicals, and production supplies according to site procedures
• Follow applicable safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment
• Balance troubleshooting and communication responsibilities with production support

You must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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Benefits

Eligible full-time, non-exempt employees may have access to:

• Medical and HSA plan options
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability benefits
• Accident, illness, and supplemental health coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness and well-being benefits
• Paid time off and scheduled paid holidays
• Gym membership benefits through East Lake & Fit Stop

Full-time, non-exempt employees who have completed 60 days of continuous employment and are regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week may be eligible to participate in voluntary benefit plans. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 60 days of eligible full-time employment.

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Why POLYWOOD®?

Join a team that takes pride in what we make, how we make it, and the people who make it possible. In this role, you’ll help support quality, communication, and production while building your experience in powder coat operations.

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POLYWOOD® is an equal opportunity employer. POLYWOOD® evaluates qualified applicants without regard to characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

powder coat, powder coating, area lead, group leader, manufacturing, production, process troubleshooting, Sabretooth, quality, line maintenance, hook maintenance, powder gun, chemical testing, inventory, air quality, filters

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