Powder Coat Operator

South-Bay-Solutions

Mattos (CA)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

401(k) match

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

South Bay Solutions is a high-precision machine shop in California seeking a Powder Coating Operator to launch our in-house coating department. The role covers preparation, hanging, powder application, oven operation and quality inspection of high-value components.

The ideal candidate will read work orders and drawings, set up electrostatic equipment, monitor cure schedules, and maintain records. Experience with aluminum parts, batch ovens, and coating quality is required.

Qualifications

3+ years powder coating experience.
Experience coating aluminum.
Experience operating batch ovens.
Knowledge of electrostatic application.
Understanding of cure schedules.
Ability to read drawings.
Experience with quality inspections.

Responsibilities

Read work orders, travelers, and drawings and coating specifications.
Prepare machined components for coating.
Hang parts for optimal coverage and curing.
Set up and operate electrostatic powder coating equipment.
Select proper powder types and adjust process parameters.
Maintain consistent film thickness and verify cure schedules.
Perform visual inspections and measure coating thickness.
Maintain production records and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Powder coating experience

Reading drawings

Quality inspections

Tools

Batch ovens

Electrostatic equipment

Wagner/Gema

Job description

bout Us

South Bay Solutions is a high-precision machine shop, making parts for semiconductor, medical devices, and advanced tech hardware. Our tolerances are measured in microns, our equipment is top-of-the-line, and our team is passionate about quality craftsmanship.

Position Summary

South Bay Solutions is seeking an experienced Powder Coating Operator to launch our in-house powder coating department.

This individual will perform all aspects of the powder coating process including:

Part preparation
Hanging
Powder application
Oven operation
Cure verification
Quality inspection

The ideal candidate has experience coating high-value precision machined components where cosmetic appearance and coating performance are equally critical.

Essential Responsibilities

Read work orders/job travelers and drawings and coating specifications.
Prepare machined components for coating.
Hang parts for optimal coverage and curing.
Set up and operate electrostatic powder coating equipment.
Select proper powder types.
Adjust:
- Air pressure
- Voltage
- Powder flow
- Gun settings
Maintain consistent film thickness.
Understand Faraday cage effect and coating challenges.
Operate curing oven.
Verify cure schedules.
Monitor:
- Metal temperature
- Oven profile
- Cure time
Perform visual inspections.
Measure coating thickness.
Identify coating defects including:
- Orange peel
- Pinholes
- Back ionization
- Thin coverage
- Heavy buildup
Maintain equipment.
Perform daily preventive maintenance.
Troubleshoot coating issues.
Maintain production records.