Powder Coat Painter - 1st Shift

Fabricated Metals•Louisville, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a successful family business with a long-term record of steady growth, and we are determined to accelerate our trajectory. Our diverse team members who speak 22 languages are passionate about their company and their co-workers. We reward performance. The Powder Coat Painter applies protective coatings and paint to manufactured products using spray guns. They prepare surfaces, mix paints to specifications, ensure quality standards (coating thickness/adhesion), and maintain equipment in a safe, often fast-paced production environment.

Requirements

1 or more years of prior experience in industrial or manufacturing, powder coat painting.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Proficiency in using industrial paint machinery, an understanding of coatings, and technical blueprint reading.
Ability to stand for long periods, work in confined or high-temperature areas, and lift materials.
Must be proficient with technical machinery and have excellent hand-eye coordination.
Ability to work in a high-volume production environment.
Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
Pass a drug screen, physical, and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Passion for learning.
You will receive training on the job.

Responsibilities

Clean, sand, mask, blast, and de-grease metal or fabricated components for proper paint adhesion.
Mix, match, and apply paints, epoxies, urethanes, or powder coatings using spray equipment, brushes, or rollers.
Set up and operate automated coating systems, spray guns, and, in some cases, paint booth systems.
Inspect finished products for defects, ensuring dry film thickness and color accuracy meet specifications.
Maintain clean equipment (guns, lines) and follow strict PPE, ventilation, and hazardous material handling regulations.
Record information on production logs, such as units produced and any defects found.
Work efficiently with others as part of a team on an assembly line.