Powder Coat Paint Specialist

Hamilton by Gunnebo; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) Profit Sharing 3% Match

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Vision insurance

Job summary

Hamilton by Gunnebo is seeking a Powder Coat Paint Specialist to prepare, coat, and finish metal components using powder coating systems. You will operate spray guns, curing ovens, and related equipment to apply coatings that meet color, thickness, and quality specs.

Responsibilities include inspecting finishes, verifying thickness with gauges, maintaining records, and performing preventive maintenance. A high school diploma or GED and 2 years of related experience are preferred, with strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of powder coating, industrial painting, or related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of powder coating processes, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to read work instructions, drawings, and product specifications.
• Experience using measuring devices such as mil thickness gauges.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Basic computer skills for production reporting and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal parts for powder coating through cleaning, masking, blasting, and pretreatment processes.
• Operate powder coating equipment, spray guns, curing ovens, and associated production equipment.
• Apply powder coatings according to color, thickness, and quality specifications.
• Inspect coated parts for defects, coverage, adhesion, and overall finish quality.
• Verify coating thickness using appropriate testing and measuring equipment.
• Load and unload materials from paint lines and curing ovens.
• Perform color changes and clean equipment between production runs.
• Monitor oven temperatures, conveyor speeds, and process parameters to ensure product quality.
• Troubleshoot coating defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain production records, quality documentation, and inventory usage logs.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on painting equipment and report repairs as needed.
• Follow all environmental, health, safety, and housekeeping requirements.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Ability to use a computer to record production as needed.
• Follow company and safety policies and procedures.
• Excellent attendance.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Safety adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Powder coating equipment

Mil thickness gauges

Job description

The Powder Coat Paint Specialist is responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing metal components using powder coating systems to ensure high-quality, durable finishes that meet company and customer specifications. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of coating techniques, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to maintain production efficiency in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare metal parts for powder coating through cleaning, masking, blasting, and pretreatment processes.
• Operate powder coating equipment, spray guns, curing ovens, and associated production equipment.
• Apply powder coatings according to color, thickness, and quality specifications.
• Inspect coated parts for defects, coverage, adhesion, and overall finish quality.
• Verify coating thickness using appropriate testing and measuring equipment.
• Load and unload materials from paint lines and curing ovens.
• Perform color changes and clean equipment between production runs.
• Monitor oven temperatures, conveyor speeds, and process parameters to ensure product quality.
• Troubleshoot coating defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain production records, quality documentation, and inventory usage logs.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on painting equipment and report repairs as needed.
• Follow all environmental, health, safety, and housekeeping requirements.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Ability to use a computer to record production as needed.
• Follow company and safety policies and procedures.
• Excellent attendance.
• Other duties as assigned

High school diploma and qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of powder coating, industrial painting, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of powder coating processes, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to read work instructions, drawings, and product specifications.
• Experience using measuring devices such as mil thickness gauges.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Basic computer skills for production reporting and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automated powder coating systems.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience in a metal fabrication, safe storage, or industrial manufacturing environment.
• Forklift or overhead crane experience preferred.
• 3-5 years experience with powder coat line setup, troubleshooting and quality control

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Profit Sharing 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Vision insurance