Powder Coating Operator

Job Summary The Powder Coating Line Operator is responsible for prepping, hanging, coating, and unloading metal parts on a moving conveyor line. This fast-paced role requires applying powder coating to various components using manual or automatic spray guns to achieve a uniform finish, ensuring quality standards are met, and maintaining a clean, safe environment.

Key Responsibilities and Duties Loading/Unloading:

Hang parts onto the conveyor line and remove finished parts carefully, ensuring proper spacing and orientation.

Surface Preparation:

Clean, degrease, sandblast, or wash metal parts before coating. Mask or plug areas that must remain paint-free, such as threads, using tape or plugs.

Powder Application:

Operate electrostatic spray guns in a spray booth to apply powder coating evenly, adhering to color codes and thickness specifications.

Process Monitoring:

Control powder flow, voltage, and gun movement to ensure optimal finish and minimize waste. Monitor curing oven temperatures to ensure proper curing.

Quality Inspection:

Perform visual and mechanical inspections of finished parts to ensure they are free of defects (bubbles, uneven coverage) and meet customer standards.

Equipment Maintenance:

Clean and maintain spray guns, booths, and hooks on a scheduled basis.

Safety & Compliance:

Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) such as respirators, gloves, and safety glasses

Required Qualifications and Skills Education:

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience:

Previous manufacturing or industrial painting experience is preferred.

Skills:

Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality defects. Good hand-eye coordination for precise coating application. Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, and occasionally up to 75-100 lbs. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods. Comfortable working in environments with high noise levels and fluctuating temperatures (hot in Summer).

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person