Powder Coat Technician - 2nd Shift, Industrial Metals

Donaldson Company; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company in Nicholasville, KY, is seeking a Production Painter for a 2nd shift onsite role. Hours are Monday–Thursday, 3 p.m. to 1 a.m., working to powder coat sheet metal for Industrial and Mobile Solutions air filtration systems in a collaborative team environment.

The role requires painting equipment operation, surface preparation, and ID/labeling of materials, while complying with DOT, HazMat, and environmental policies. Training in hazardous waste and DOT procedures is essential.

Qualifications

• Hazardous waste and DOT procedures training is required.
• Operate spray paint equipment with quality focus and attention to detail.
• Move and handle objects using forklifts and cranes when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operates and conducts equipment changeover of production equipment as defined in operator instructions for that piece.
• Read and use route sheets, label drums and paint materials, and ensure proper paperwork.
• Prepare surfaces, gather parts by color, and manage flow through painting process.
• Move large items using forklifts and cranes and follow safety policies.

Skills

Hazardous waste procedures

DOT compliance

Attention to detail

Forklift operation

Education

Hazardous waste and DOT procedures training

Tools

Paint spray equipment

Forklifts

Cranes

Job description

Donaldson Company in Nicholasville, KY, is seeking a Production Painter for a 2nd shift onsite role. Hours are Monday–Thursday, 3 p.m. to 1 a.m., working to powder coat sheet metal for Industrial and Mobile Solutions air filtration systems in a collaborative team environment.

The role requires painting equipment operation, surface preparation, and ID/labeling of materials, while complying with DOT, HazMat, and environmental policies. Training in hazardous waste and DOT procedures is essential.