Powder Coat Painter - 1st Shift

Strong Hold; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Strong Hold in Louisville, KY is seeking a Powder Coat Painter for 1st shift (Mon–Fri, 6:00am–4:30pm) to apply protective coatings and paint on manufactured products. You will prepare surfaces, mix paints to specifications, and ensure coating thickness and adhesion while maintaining equipment in a fast-paced production environment.

We offer a family-owned culture with long-term growth, performance-based bonuses, and a commitment to employee development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of industrial or powder coat painting experience.
• HS diploma or GED.
• Proficiency with industrial paint machinery and understanding of coatings.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift materials.
• Ability to work in a high-volume production environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, masking, blasting, and degreasing for paint adhesion.
• Mix, match, and apply paints, epoxies, urethanes, or powder coatings with spray equipment, brushes, or rollers.
• Set up and operate coating systems, spray guns, and paint booth systems where applicable.
• Inspect finished products to ensure coating thickness and color meet specifications.
• Maintain clean equipment and follow PPE, ventilation, and safety regulations.

Skills

Powder coating

Surface prep

Quality control

Team player

Education

HS diploma

GED

Job description

Description

Powder Coat Painter - 1st Shift (Monday through Friday 6:00am to 4:30pm)

We build products and relationships that last a lifetime! No really, that’s what we do. We are a successful family business with a long-term record of steady growth, and we are determined to accelerate our trajectory. Our diverse team members who speak 22 languages are passionate about their company and their co-workers. We reward performance.

Check out our website at www.strong-hold.com

We Are Not

• Fancy - as manufacturers we believe practical, clean facilities are required to make quality products and retain the best team.
• Transactional - we have long-term relationships with our team members and most valuable customers
• Satisfied - we celebrate achievement, then set our sights on new goals

What We're Looking For

The Powder Coat Painter applies protective coatings and paint to manufactured products using spray guns. They prepare surfaces, mix paints to specifications, ensure quality standards (coating thickness/adhesion), and maintain equipment in a safe, often fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Surface Preparation: Clean, sand, mask, blast, and de-grease metal or fabricated components for proper paint adhesion.
• Application: Mix, match, and apply paints, epoxies, urethanes, or powder coatings using spray equipment, brushes, or rollers.
• Equipment Operation: Set up and operate automated coating systems, spray guns, and, in some cases, paint booth systems.
• Quality Control: Inspect finished products for defects, ensuring dry film thickness and color accuracy meet specifications.
• Safety & Maintenance: Maintain clean equipment (guns, lines) and follow strict PPE, ventilation, and hazardous material handling regulations.

Requirements

• 1 or more years of prior experience in industrial or manufacturing, powder coat painting.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Proficiency in using industrial paint machinery, an understanding of coatings, and technical blueprint reading.
• Ability to stand for long periods, work in confined or high-temperature areas, and lift materials.
• Must be proficient with technical machinery and have excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work in a high-volume production environment.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Record information on production logs, such as units produced and any defects found.
• Able to work efficiently with others as part of a team on an assembly line.
• You are driven to succeed and passionate about continuous improvement.
• Passion for learning. You will receive training on the job.
• Must pass a drug screen, physical, and criminal background check.

Benefits

• Competitive wage with annual increases and a performance-based annual bonus.
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health, dental, & vision, insurance coverage
• Company paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance coverage
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and personal days

Salary Description

$19.50 per hour