Powder Coat Operator - 1st Shift, Precision Finishes

Gradian Thermal Solutions; Osseo (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental plans

8 paid holidays, 4 floating holidays,

401k matching

HSA/FSA options

Education assistance program

Company events

Annual safety shoe allowance

Job summary

Gradian Thermal Solutions is seeking an Industrial Powder Coat Operator – 1st Shift to prepare, coat, and finish parts using powder coating equipment. You will focus on quality finishes while maintaining equipment, following safety procedures, and keeping a clean, organized work area.

The role requires experience with powder coating, ability to set up spray booths, load powder per color specs, and monitor coating quality. Safety and efficiency are essential in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with industrial powder coating preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Experience operating forklifts, cranes, and other material-handling equipment preferred.
• Basic math skills for measuring and calculating material requirements.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with equipment setup, adjustment, and basic troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for powder coating by cleaning, sanding, and masking as needed.
• Set up and operate powder coating equipment, including spray guns and booths.
• Select, prepare, and load powder according to company color requirements and specifications.
• Apply powder coatings evenly and accurately to achieve the required finish and quality.
• Monitor the coating process to ensure proper adhesion, coverage, and consistency, adjusting spray equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Powder coating knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math skills

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Tools

Powder coating equipment

Forklifts

Cranes

Spray booth

Job description

Gradian Thermal Solutions is seeking an Industrial Powder Coat Operator – 1st Shift to prepare, coat, and finish parts using powder coating equipment. You will focus on quality finishes while maintaining equipment, following safety procedures, and keeping a clean, organized work area.

The role requires experience with powder coating, ability to set up spray booths, load powder per color specs, and monitor coating quality. Safety and efficiency are essential in a manufacturing setting.