Junior Powder Coater – Training & Growth

Greenfield Engineering; Greenfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company uniform

Discount scheme

Overtime opportunities

Wellbeing package

Long service awards

Company events

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Job summary

Greenfield Engineering is seeking a reliable Trainee Powder Coater to join our production team and develop skills in our powder coating department. You will learn to prepare, coat and inspect sheet metal components on our Wagner and Nordson plants.

Full training is provided, so no prior powder coating experience is essential. The role offers a structured training environment with mentoring from experienced colleagues, with a typical 40-hour week and day shifts.

Qualifications

• Practical and reliable approach with willingness to learn in a manufacturing setting.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy in following instructions and quality requirements.
• Good timekeeping and teamwork with a safety-first attitude.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, painting, finishing, warehousing or similar practical environment preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn to apply powder coatings using manual spray equipment and support automation under guidance.
• Assist with loading, hanging, masking and unloading components, protect finish and follow job instructions.
• Prepare equipment and assist with colour changes, booth cleaning and powder handling to prevent contamination.
• Carry out basic quality checks including coverage, coating thickness and surface finish, report defects promptly.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and communicate clearly with team leaders.

Skills

Practical attitude

Attention to detail

Timekeeping

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Manufacturing environment

Job description

Greenfield Engineering is seeking a reliable Trainee Powder Coater to join our production team and develop skills in our powder coating department. You will learn to prepare, coat and inspect sheet metal components on our Wagner and Nordson plants.

Full training is provided, so no prior powder coating experience is essential. The role offers a structured training environment with mentoring from experienced colleagues, with a typical 40-hour week and day shifts.