Powder Coat Painter

Dane Manufacturing Company; California; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Dane Manufacturing Company is seeking a Powder Coat Painter in California to prepare, coat, and cure metal parts using powder coating processes. The role focuses on achieving a durable finish while coordinating with production and quality teams to meet customer specifications and company standards.

The position requires expertise in surface preparation, coating application, equipment operation, and safety. Applicants should be able to inspect finished parts, perform touch-ups when needed, and

Qualifications

• Experience with powder coating processes and surface preparation.
• Ability to inspect coatings for defects and ensure thickness.
• Commitment to safety procedures and proper handling of powders and chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal parts for coating (cleaning, masking, sanding, blasting).
• Mix, apply, and cure powder coatings per specs and work orders.
• Operate powder coating spray equipment, curing ovens, and related tools.
• Adjust spray guns and equipment settings for proper coverage.
• Inspect coated parts for defects and perform touch-ups or refinishing as needed.
• Maintain coating equipment, spray booths, and ovens in clean, working condition.
• Document coating parameters and track job progress; follow safety rules.

Skills

Surface prep

Quality control

Touch-up

Adaptability

Hearing

Tools

Powder coating equipment

Curing ovens

Job description

## Description**Job Summary**The Powder Coat Painter is responsible for preparing, coating, and curing metal products using powder coating processes. This role ensures a high-quality, durable finish that meets customer specifications and company standards. The Powder Coat Painter works with production and quality teams to ensure proper surface preparation, coating application, and safe operation of finishing equipment.---**Key Responsibilities*** Prepare metal parts for coating, including cleaning, masking, sanding, and/or blasting surfaces.* Mix, apply, and cure powder coatings according to specifications and work orders.* Operate powder coating spray equipment, curing ovens, and related finishing tools.* Adjust spray guns and equipment settings to achieve proper coverage and finish.* Inspect coated parts for defects such as thin spots, runs, bubbles, or contaminants.* Perform touch-ups, rework, or refinishing as needed to meet quality standards.* Maintain coating equipment, spray booths, and ovens in clean, working condition.* Follow safety procedures when handling powders, chemicals, and equipment.* Track job progress, record coating parameters, and complete required documentation.* Work with supervisors and quality control to resolve coating or finishing issues.* Perform other related duties as assigned.**Surface Preparation** – Knowledge of cleaning, blasting, sanding, and masking techniques for metal substrates.**Quality Control** – Ability to inspect for defects (thin spots, runs, bubbles, contamination) and verify coating thickness.**Rework & Touch-up** – Ability to correct coating issues without damaging parts.**Adaptability** – Adjusts to different coating specifications, part sizes, and customer requirements.**Hearing:** Ability to hear equipment operation, booth alarms, and verbal instructions in a moderately noisy environment.