Powder Coat Paint Specialist

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
• Maintain production records, quality documentation, and inventory usage logs
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on painting equipment and report repairs as needed
• Monitor oven temperatures, conveyor speeds, and process parameters to ensure product quality
• Troubleshoot coating defects and recommend corrective actions
• Follow all environmental, health, safety, and housekeeping requirements
• Absorb other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years of powder coating, industrial painting, or related manufacturing experience
• 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