Paint Powder Coater - $3,500 Retention Bonus Opportunity!

Lake Air Products; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Full Benefits

401(k) Employer Match

PTO and Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Lake Air Products in Minnesota is seeking a Paint Powder Coater to prepare, powder coat, and finish components on manual lines and batch booths.

You will set up equipment, inspect parts, and ensure quality, safety, and production goals while collaborating with the team. This role may require occasional travel to the Roseville facility and may involve export-control considerations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Apply powder coating to components on manual lines and batch booth applications.
• Set up equipment for proper coating application.
• Clean, mask, plug, and fixture components prior to coating.
• Guide coworkers to prep parts properly.
• Maintain equipment and keep the 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Powder coating experience

Paint experience

Forklift operation

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.

Position Summary

We are seeking 1st and 2nd shift Paint Powder Coater. The Paint 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 or painting experience preferred.
• 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 that this position may require travel to our Roseville, MN 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.

This position may be eligible for a $3,500 retention bonus for qualified full-time hires. Bonus payments are earned at designated employment milestones based on continued employment and meeting applicable eligibility requirements.

Additional details regarding the retention bonus, payment schedule, and eligibility requirements will be provided during the hiring process.

Retention bonus eligibility and payment amounts are subject to company guidelines and continued employment at the time of each scheduled payment.

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