Lead Powder Coating Technician: Hands-On Team Leader

Tarter Gate Company, LLC; Corinne (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarter Gate Company, LLC in Corinne, UT is seeking a Lead Powder Coating Technician to oversee the powder coating department, improve workflow, and maintain safe, productive conditions. You will lead a small team, set up and operate guns, booths, ovens, and ensure high-quality finishes through proper prep and curing.

Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential in this hands-on leadership role. This role requires leadership, troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to quality and safety

Qualifications

• Powder coating or industrial painting experience.
• 1+ year of leadership or team lead experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of coating techniques, surface prep, and curing processes.
• Excellent attention to detail, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs and work in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train a small team of powder coating technicians.
• Set up, operate, and maintain powder coating guns, booths, and ovens.
• Prepare parts (cleaning, masking, and surface prep) and ensure consistent, high-quality finishes.
• Inspect parts for coating thickness, coverage, and curing quality.
• Monitor daily production schedules, material usage, and department safety.
• Troubleshoot coating issues and implement process improvements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Powder coating experience

Leadership

Coating techniques

Surface prep

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Tools

Powder coating equipment

Job description

Tarter Gate Company, LLC in Corinne, UT is seeking a Lead Powder Coating Technician to oversee the powder coating department, improve workflow, and maintain safe, productive conditions. You will lead a small team, set up and operate guns, booths, ovens, and ensure high-quality finishes through proper prep and curing.

Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential in this hands-on leadership role. This role requires leadership, troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to quality and safety