Powder Coat Paint Specialist

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.

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

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 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, 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.

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.
• 3-5 years experience with powder coat line setup, troubleshooting and quality control

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) Profit Sharing 3% Match

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Vision insurance