Powder Coating Technician
About The Position
The Powder Coating Technician monitors automated powder coating operations to ensure consistent product quality and process performance. The role involves inspecting powder coverage, transfer efficiency, film build, spray patterns, and overspray conditions; maintaining powder booths, masking tables, coating guns, and powder delivery equipment; and observing transfer robots and automated handling equipment. The technician also supports troubleshooting and continuous improvement while maintaining housekeeping and safety standards. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and two to three years of relevant experience. An associate degree in a technical program is preferred. The listed pay range is $24.48–$35.00 per hour, based on experience. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Two to three years of experience in powder coating, industrial finishing, manufacturing, or automated production environments.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with automated powder coating systems.
- Experience with powder guns, pumps, and powder delivery systems.
- Knowledge of electrostatic powder coating processes.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality and cleanliness.
- Basic computer skills.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in a technical program.
- Industrial robotics experience.
Responsibilities
- Monitor automated powder coating operations for consistent product quality and process performance.
- Inspect powder coverage, transfer efficiency, film build, spray patterns, and overspray conditions.
- Perform daily inspections and cleaning of powder booths and automated masking tables.
- Verify masking alignment and critical coating exclusion areas.
- Maintain and rebuild powder coating guns and powder delivery equipment.
- Monitor powder guns and associated powder supply components.
- Monitor powder feed systems, change powder containers, and flush systems as required.
- Observe transfer robots and automated handling equipment.
- Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.
- Maintain housekeeping and safety standards.
Benefits
- Health insurance, including telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- 401(k) with match.
- Employee profit sharing plan.
- Employee assistance program.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Referral program offering up to $1,000 per hired referral.
- Onsite cafeteria with fresh-cooked options and a salad bar, plus stocked breakrooms throughout the plant.
- Annual events, including a summer cookout and Christmas party.
- Onsite nurses' office.
- Onsite Mother's room.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
