Powder Coater/Painter

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1959 by Ed Miller near Chicago, Prince Industries has grown from a one-man shop into a global manufacturing partner. With seven facilities across the U.S. and China, we serve industries from hydraulics to aerospace, handling everything from just-in-time components to high-volume assemblies.

At Prince, we don’t just make parts—we solve complex supply chain challenges. We are a strategic partner, focused on helping clients improve products, reduce costs, and simplify operations. Certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, and AS9100 standards, we combine quality, innovation, and growth-minded thinking to deliver real value.

JOB SUMMARY

Prince Industries is currently seeking an experienced Powder Coater Painter for our Batavia, IL location. The Powder Coater/Painter performs daily routine tasks in the Paint Line area by performing the following duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understands and observes all necessary safety procedures: safety glasses, shoes, ear protection, gloves, lifting guidelines, interlocks, etc. as designated in specific work area assigned.
• Relies on specific instructions and pre-existing guidelines to perform functions of the job.
• Carefully reviews and follows all special powder coating instructions.
• Loads and unloads materials or parts from paint line to specified area.
• Examines workpiece and dislodges or removes debris from objects.
• Fills tanks with water or acid to specified level.
• Mask and Plug parts that require based on the print that calls them out.
• Handles parts in order to maintain surface finish and part integrity.
• Measures or weighs out and pours specified quantity of chemical into large tank containers.
• Completes all necessary and required paperwork as relates to the job. (i.e. tags).
• Carefully places, lays or stack objects when coming off paint line.
• Moves finished containers of painted parts to the next designated operation.
• Transports materials to and from designated location using pallet jack or other authorized moving equipment as needed.
• Maintains good housekeeping in assigned work area.
• Works under direct supervision of lead man and plant supervisor.
• Understands and follows Prince Industries quality certifications (i.e. ISO, QS) as relates to position.
• Works effectively with all department personnel and co-workers in a harmonious and cooperative manner to meet the needs and goals established by the company.
• Additional duties or responsibilities as assigned by department supervisor and may include department transfers to meet production needs.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 3+ Years of Paint / Powder Coating experience in a machine shop environment preferred.
• High School diploma or GED Equivalent preferred.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Required to perform repetitive hand work for the duration of 8–10-hour shift daily.
• Required to sit or stand the duration of shift.
• Required to walk, bend, reach, stoop or kneel.
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Regularly may lift, push or pull up to 25 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision in which 20/20 or corrected vision to 20/20 vision is required.
• The noise level in the work environment is generally loud, in which hearing protection is required.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and accurately in noisy environments.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) w/ Prescription Coverage
• Dental PPO Insurance
• Vision PPO Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance and AD & D – Including options to add on additional life insurance for yourself, spouse & children.
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Fidelity Plan with strong employer match
• Personal Retirement Advisor
• Generous PTO Policy and 9 Paid Holidays per year
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement for Job-Related Classes
• Personal Protective Equipment reimbursement (safety glasses, shoes, etc.)
• Uniform Rental Service
• Employee Events

COMPENSATION: $20 - $23

Due to ITAR regulations, only U.S. persons—defined as U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and U.S. nationals—are eligible for this position.

*We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Applicants can learn more about Prince's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster ( https://www.eeoc.gov/employers )

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