Powder Coat Painter

Aerotek; Buffalo (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and R0?

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

PTO / Vacation

Holiday gifts & annual parties

Job summary

Aerotek in Buffalo, MN is hiring a Powder Coat Painter to operate an automated powder coat line and perform hand-detail work. You will clean and prep sheet metal to achieve a flawless finish and inspect parts for quality, while performing routine maintenance on equipment.

This is a permanent, on-site role with competitive pay and benefits. The position requires standing for long periods and the ability to lift 50+ lbs.

Qualifications

• 3+ months of powder coat experience.
• Experience with paint booths and sandblasting.
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift.
• Capability to lift 50+ lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate a modern, automated powder-coat paint line and perform detail work by hand.
• Clean and prep sheet metal surfaces for a flawless finish.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet high-quality standards.
• Perform basic routine and preventative maintenance on painting equipment.

Skills

Powder coating experience

Stand ability

Lifting 50+ lbs

Tools

Paint booths

Sandblasting

Job description

Job Title: Powder Coat Painter Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Powder Coat Painter where you will operate a modern, automated powder-coat paint line and perform detail work by hand. You will be responsible for cleaning and prepping sheet metal surfaces to achieve a flawless finish. Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet high-quality standards and perform basic routine and preventative maintenance on painting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a modern, automated powder-coat paint line and perform detail work by hand.
• Clean and prep sheet metal surfaces for a flawless finish.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet high-quality standards.
• Perform basic routine and preventative maintenance on painting equipment.

Essential Skills

• Previous powder coating experience on large industrial projects.
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift.
• Capability to lift 50+ lbs as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ months of powder coat experience.
• Experience with paint booths and sandblasting.

Why Work Here?

Join a medium-sized, family-owned business with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy competitive pay and a culture where employees rarely leave due to the excellent compensation. Experience career growth opportunities, as the company values internal promotions. Engage in team-building activities like get-togethers and BBQs, receive holiday gifts, and participate in annual Christmas parties. Benefit from a competitive benefits package and a stable work environment with no history of layoffs.

Work Environment

Work within two distinct buildings one dedicated to painting and the other to welding and fabrication. Experience a well-organized workflow in a clean environment, with regular cleaning after each shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Buffalo, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,MN.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.