Powder Coat Line Associate

The Powder Coat Paint Specialist is responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing metal components using powder coating systems to ensure high-quality, durable finishes that meet company and customer specifications. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of coating techniques, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to maintain production efficiency in a manufacturing environment.

Pay is based on experience with a range of $19 to $21 per hour

This is a swing shift: 3-day 12-hour shift that rotates every pay period. MTW, TFS

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare metal parts for powder coating through cleaning, masking, blasting, and pretreatment processes. • Operate powder coating equipment, spray guns, curing ovens, and associated production equipment. • Apply powder coatings according to color, thickness, and quality specifications. • Inspect coated parts for defects, coverage, adhesion, and overall finish quality. • Verify coating thickness using appropriate testing and measuring equipment. • Load and unload materials from paint lines and curing ovens. • Perform color changes and clean equipment between production runs. • Monitor oven temperatures, conveyor speeds, and process parameters to ensure product quality. • Troubleshoot coating defects and recommend corrective actions. • Maintain production records, quality documentation, and inventory usage logs. • Conduct routine preventive maintenance on painting equipment and report repairs as needed. • Follow all environmental, health, safety, and housekeeping requirements. • Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity. • Ability to use a computer to record production as needed. • Follow company and safety policies and procedures. • Excellent attendance. • Other duties as assigned • High school diploma or GED required. • 1 to 2 years of powder coating, industrial painting, or related manufacturing experience preferred. • Knowledge of powder coating processes, materials, and equipment. • Ability to read work instructions, engineering drawings, and product specifications. • Experience using measuring devices such as mil thickness gauges. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Strong attention to detail and quality standards. • Basic computer skills for production reporting and documentation. • Ability to pass a background check and drug screen. Due to the nature of our industry we test for Marijuana and applicants must test negative.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automated powder coating systems. • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles. • Experience in a metal fabrication, safe storage, or industrial manufacturing environment. • Forklift or overhead crane experience preferred. • 2-5 years experience with powder coat line setup, troubleshooting and quality control