OPTO International, Inc. · 20 hours ago
Powder Coating Manager
Wood Dale, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$85K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expOPTO International, Inc. designs and manufactures retail fixtures for both domestic and international markets. They are seeking a Powder Coating Manager to oversee all aspects of the powder coating department, ensuring efficient and high-quality production while managing personnel, equipment, and processes.
FurnitureManufacturingProduct DesignRetail
Responsibilities
Manage and maintain the daily production schedule to meet customer and internal demand
Review, order, and manage powder paint for upcoming custom color jobs
Manage inventory of OPTO standard stock powder colors
Schedule and oversee multiple daily color changeovers
Oversee all powder coating operations, including washing, powder application, and curing
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to washers, powder application systems, and curing ovens
Ensure the powder coating department operates efficiently by managing personnel, equipment, and supplies
Schedule, manage, and track all preventative maintenance activities
Review part quality with supervisors and hourly employees to ensure specifications and standards are met
Collaborate on packaging methods to protect powder-coated parts from damage (e.g., scratches) during transport to the next process
Maintain open communication with upstream and downstream departments to ensure smooth workflow and production continuity
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years' experience managing a conveyorized powder coating system (not batch coating)
Experience operating high-throughput systems capable of processing approximately 5,000 parts per day
Strong knowledge of powder coating equipment and processes
Proven experience troubleshooting washers, powder application systems, and curing equipment
Prior leadership experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment
Strong organizational and scheduling skills
Inventory management and purchasing experience
Ability to lead and communicate effectively with supervisors and hourly employees
Quality-focused with strong attention to detail
Ability to work cross-functionally with other departments
Preferred
Nordson powder application equipment experience preferred
Company
OPTO International, Inc.
Retail today has never been more exciting, yet never more elusive.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jamie Poulos
CGO | Chief Growth Officer
Jimmy Kopczynski
Chief Product Officer
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2023-10-03
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