Powder Coat Technician

Icon Vehicle Dynamics LLC•Riverside, CA

1d•$20 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Powder Coat Technicians are the hands-on team behind our powder coating production line — preparing parts for coating, masking critical surfaces with precision, operating the equipment that applies the finish, and inspecting and finishing parts as they come off the line. This is fast-paced, detail-driven manufacturing work where accuracy and consistency matter at every stage. We're looking for people who already bring hands-on coating, painting, or production-line experience and are ready to contribute from day one. We are looking for experienced powder coat operators.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Prior experience in powder coating, industrial painting, or a similar manufacturing/production environment required
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions with minimal oversight
Reliable attendance and ability to work at a steady production pace
Comfortable in a hands-on, physically active manufacturing environment
Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Ability to apply prior experience to a new production environment quickly
Works well as part of a coordinated team on a fast-moving line

Nice To Haves

Experience with masking, electrostatic spray equipment, or precision finishing work preferred
Experience working on an automated or high-volume production line preferred
Vocational or technical training in industrial coatings, painting, or a related trade a plus
Experience with quality inspection, batch documentation, or traceability procedures a plus
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, depending on team composition

Responsibilities

Perform assigned production tasks at one or more stations along the powder coating line — sandblasting/surface prep, precision masking, powder application, or unloading/unmasking finished parts — based on experience and business need
Follow work instructions, part specifications, and quality standards specific to the assigned station
Prepare, inspect, mask, coat, or finish parts as assigned, ensuring each part meets the quality standard for that stage of the process
Inspect parts at each stage for defects, damage, contamination, or masking/coating issues, and flag or escalate as appropriate
Maintain accurate production counts, batch records, or quality documentation as required by the assigned station
Communicate and coordinate with team members at adjacent stations to maintain consistent line flow and avoid bottlenecks
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at whichever station is assigned
Support inventory and supply needs relevant to the assigned station (blast media, masking materials, powder, etc.)
Participate in training to build skills across multiple stations and support progression within the Powder Coat job family (Powder Coat I, II, and III)
Identify and report minor equipment or process issues; escalate larger issues to the Supervisor/Lead
Support onboarding or peer training of newer team members as experience develops
Contribute ideas for process improvement, defect reduction, and efficiency across the line