Product Development Spray Technician

Product Development Spray Technician

Perform in-house spray application of polyurea, polyurethane, and coating systems in support of customer samples, sales work orders, and product evaluations. This role is responsible for executing spray operations, maintaining equipment, collecting application data, and supporting customer demonstrations and training activities.

Key Responsibility Production Spray Operations Execute spray application for: Customer samples Sales work orders Product development evaluations Apply coatings including: Polyurea (thick/thin film) Primers and topcoats Follow all TDS and application procedures Surface Prep & Setup Perform surface preparation per AMPP/industry standards Set up spray equipment and environment: Booth conditions Temperature / humidity considerations Equipment Operation & Maintenance Operate and maintain: Graco proportioners (E-10, E-XP, H-XP, HFR) Spray guns (Fusion, P2, GX-8, etc.) Perform routine maintenance and cleaning Identify and report equipment issues Data Collection & Documentation Record and document Wet/Dry film thickness Recoat windows Environmental conditions Surface profile Capture project photos and job records Customer Demonstrations and Support Support customer demos and evaluations Assist in showcasing proper application techniques Maintain professional, customer-facing communication during visit Safety & Organization Follow all PPE and safety requirements Maintain clean and organized work area

Qualifications Education Minimum Required: High School Diploma Preferred: 2 year vocational certification Experience Minimum Required: At least four (4) years of relevant work experience is required Preferred: Preferred spray foam or industrial coating experience. Job Specific Skills Minimum Required:

• Hands-on experience with spray application of coatings (polyurea, polyurethane, or similar systems)
• Ability to set up and operate plural component spray equipment and related tools
• Ability to perform repeatable, high-quality spray applications based on defined process requirements Working knowledge of: Surface preparation methods and their impact on coating performance Coating systems including primers, base coats, and topcoats Mechanical aptitude with ability to: Perform basic equipment setup, cleaning, and troubleshooting
• Ability to: Follow work orders, technical data sheets (TDS), and application procedures Control film build, spray technique, and application consistency
• Experience documenting or collecting application data (DFT, environmental conditions, etc.)
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, data entry, documentation)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Capable of lifting a minimum of 40 lbs on a routine basics Preferred: Experience with: Graco plural component equipment Industrial coating or blasting operations Familiarity with: AMPP / SSPC standards Experience supporting customer demos or training

Communication & Working Relationships Internal Product Development team Sales team External IXS customers when performing demos or other similar activities Working Conditions The following working conditions are present or expected on a daily basis: Capable of lifting 40 lbs on a routine occurrence. Chemicals used for cleaning and flushing equipment.

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