EDCO, a leading manufacturer in Frederick, MD is looking for a powder coater to join our team. The hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 3:00 pm. Good attendance is paramount to being successful in this role. Salary Range: $18.39 - $22.47 Per Hour Why Work at EDCO? Join a family-owned leader in surface preparation equipment manufacturing with over 60 years of innovation, craftsmanship, and employee commitment. At EDCO, we don’t just build machines - we build careers. Here's what you can expect as a full-time team member: Health & Wellness Affordable Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment) Company-paid life insurance ($25,000 benefit) and long-term disability Time Off That Counts Paid sick leave and generous vacation accruals starting in your first year 10+ paid holidays, including a birthday holiday and Winter Break (Dec 25 – Jan 1) Future-Focused Benefits 401(k) plan and company profit sharing Educational assistance - up to 100% tuition reimbursement People-First Culture Proudly Made in America Family atmosphere with long employee tenures and strong values Build your future with EDCO - where quality, innovation, and people come first. Role and Responsibilities
- Prepare and set up fabricated equipment parts for wash cycle (may require the use of a fork lift for large and/or heavy parts)
- Test chemicals to maintain proper levels in wash tank
- Stage the washed parts for powder coating
- Plan cleaning of equipment parts to meet customer delivery schedules
- Ensure that quantities of parts are correct to complete machine runs
- Keep powder room maintained and in good operating condition.
- Resourcefulness in identifying new tasks and projects once current assignments are completed
- Versatility in performing various roles within the department as needed
- Proficiency in matching and assembling appropriate parts with respective machines"
- Passion for driving the company towards its strategic goals and objectives
- Commitment to working diligently until scheduled breaks and lunchtime
- Other duties as assigned (including substituting for Production Washer either on a scheduled rotating basis or as needed due to vacations, illness, etc.)
Qualifications and Education Requirements Incumbent shall have a high school diploma or equivalent and prior relevant work experience or vocational training. Preferred Skills
- Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
- Ability to follow directions
- Ability to work around fumes
- Ability to stand and walk up to 8 hours per day
- Perform routine bending from waist
- Ability to use arms/hands (reach above head)
- Strong work ethic
- Good attendance/punctuality
- Ability to talk and hear frequently
- Ability to frequently reach with hands and arms (above head)
- Ability to work around moving mechanical parts, equipment
- Abides by company policy on matters related to civil rights of employees (e.g., sexual harassment, ethnic harassment, etc.)
Personal protective Equipment:
- Shoot suit
- Steel-toed shoes
Work Environment:
A warehouse setting with concrete floors. The temperature will vary with the seasons (hot/cold). The use of stairs may be necessary, yet an elevator is available. The noise level is loud.