Powder Coater

Trakstar; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Paid vacation

RRSP matching

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

HERD, the leader in front-end collision protection, is seeking a reliable Protective Coatings Specialist to join our Production Team. You will apply powder coating and protective finishes with precision to meet our quality standards.

This full-time role operates on the morning and evening shifts; you must be comfortable in a dusty environment, lift and move steel parts, and work safely as part of a team to ensure high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Experience with powder coating or protective coatings.
• Able to work in dusty environments with full PPE.
• Physically able to lift and move steel parts repeatedly.
• Strong attention to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Apply powder coating finishes with durability and quality.
• Follow curing procedures and load optimization techniques.
• Inspect parts before and after coating to minimize rework.
• Operate and maintain coating equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Document production and quality records accurately.
• Maintain a safe, clean workplace with PPE and safety protocols.

Skills

Powder coating

Protective coatings

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Team-oriented

Tools

Coating equipment

PPE equipment

Job description

HERD – the leader in front-end collision protection – is committed to producing the highest quality of leading-edge products for our customers.

We are looking for a reliable and detail-focused Protective Coatings Specialist to join our Production Team. In this role, you’ll help ensure our products meet HERD’s high standards by applying powder coating and protective finishes with precision and care.

Position: Protective Coatings Specialist
Location: 2168 Springfield Road (no bus routes)
Role Type: Full-time, Morning, Evening Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday, 3:30pm - 11:30pm **TRAIN ON DAYS**

What You’ll Do

• Applypowder coatingfinishes to HERD products, ensuring durability, consistent coverage, and high-quality appearance.
• Follow curing procedures, part hanging strategies, and load optimization techniques to maintain efficiency.
• Inspect parts before and after coating, keeping rework to a minimum.
• Operate, clean, and maintain coating equipment, performing routine troubleshooting and upkeep.
• Complete production and quality records accurately and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain a safe, clean workspace by wearing full PPE (including fresh air helmet) and following all safety and environmental protocols.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with powder coating or protective coatings (preferred).
• Comfortable working in dusty, dirty environments with full PPE (including fresh air helmet).
• Physically able to lift and move steel parts repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to perform equipment cleaning/maintenance.
• Team-oriented, dependable, and safety-conscious.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting wage: $19/hour (higher depending on experience).
• Health & dental benefits package, complete with paid vacation and a matched RRSP.
• Training and development opportunities to grow your skills.

Ready to Join the HERD?

If you’re skilled in protective coatings, or eager to grow your expertise, and are looking for a role where craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork matter, we want to hear from you.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.