Paint Powder Coater

Lake Air Products; Little Chute (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Full Benefits

401(k) Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Lake Air Products is hiring a Powder Coater for its Little Chute, WI facility on 1st or 2nd shift. The role involves preparing, applying, and finishing powder-coated components to meet quality standards and production schedules.

Responsibilities include setting up coating equipment, masking parts, overseeing prep work, operating batch ovens, and inspecting finished pieces, with safety and teamwork emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous powder coating experience required.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of GEMA powder coating equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply powder coating to components on manual lines and batch booths.
• Set up equipment for coating.
• Prepare, mask, and fixture components prior to coating.
• Guide coworkers to prep parts.
• Maintain equipment and clean work areas.
• Operate batch ovens per specifications.
• Inspect parts after coating.
• Unmask and package components as needed.
• Complete related paperwork.

Skills

Powder coating

Attention to detail

Forklift operation

GEMA equipment knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GEMA powder coating equipment

Job description

Lake Air Products is a fast-growing contract manufacturer serving medical, aerospace & defense, industrial markets and more. We are committed to quality, performance, and building strong teams while proudly living by our Core Values: Customer Focus, Passion for Performance, and Right People – Best Teams. We are looking for experienced powder coaters to join either 1st or 2nd shift at our Little Chute, WI facility.

Position Summary

The Powder Coater is responsible for preparing, powder coating, and finishing a variety of components in accordance with quality standards and production requirements. This role works independently and collaboratively with the production team to achieve daily output, quality, and safety objectives while supporting overall operational goals.

• Apply powder coating to components on manually operated lines as well as batch booth applications.
• Set up equipment for proper application of coating.
• Clean, mask, plug, and fixture components prior to powder coat application.
• Guide coworkers to prep parts properly.
• Maintain equipment and keep work area in order.
• Operate batch ovens according to work order specifications.
• Inspect parts after coating is complete.
• Unmask, unplug, and package components as needed.
• Complete all paperwork accordingly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Previous powder coating experience.
• Forklift operation experience is a plus.
• Possess strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of GEMA powder coating equipment is preferred.

Lake Air Products Offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Full Benefits
• 401(k) Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement

Please note this position is located in our Little Chute, WI facility and may be subject to export control regulations. Unless an exemption applies, candidate(s) must be a U.S. Person* within the meaning of the law or obtain an export control license. Candidates who do not meet the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements or choose not to pursue such positions are not disqualified from applying for other opportunities with Lake Air Products. Nothing in this posting should be interpreted as limiting applications based on nationality or citizenship status.

*A U.S. Person under export control laws includes a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual who has been lawfully admitted for temporary residence in the U.S. as a refugee or asylee under U.S. law.

Join a company where your hard work, dedication, and growth matter. We look forward to meeting you!