Powder Coater

Global Power Components; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Power Components is seeking a Powder Coater to prepare, coat, and finish fabricated steel and aluminum components using powder coating systems. You will ensure products meet customer specifications and quality standards while working in an industrial manufacturing environment.

The role involves setting up coating equipment, applying coatings to fuel tanks and enclosures, and maintaining finish quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in powder coating within a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and production documents.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Must pass competency assessment and pre-employment physical including drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate powder coating equipment for steel and aluminum components.
• Apply powder coatings to fabricated products including fuel tanks, enclosures, frames, and structural assemblies.
• Prepare surfaces for coating through cleaning, masking, and material handling processes.
• Monitor coating thickness, coverage, and finish quality to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Inspect completed work and adjust as needed to maintain quality standards.
• Mix, load, and manage coating materials according to production requirements.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshoot coating issues.
• Safely operate material handling equipment and assist with movement of parts throughout the coating process.
• Work closely with production and quality teams to meet manufacturing schedules and customer expectations.

Skills

Powder coating experience

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Reading work instructions

Manufacturing experience

Tools

Powder coating equipment

Spray systems

Job description

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Title: Powder Coater

Company: Global Power Components - www.globalpowercomponents.com

Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week)

Hire Type: Temp-to-Hire (3+ months)

1** st **** Shift:** 5am - 1:30pm CT (Monday to Friday) - eligible for OT
2** nd **** Shift:** 4pm - 12:30am CT (Monday to Friday) - eligible for OT

Company Overview

Global Power Components is a privately held, growing manufacturer of UL steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures and modular metal enclosures for housing fully equipped electrical distribution and control equipment. Global Power Components is a privately held, financially sound, growing manufacturer of UL heavy gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures, and modular metal enclosures for housing fully-equipped electrical distribution and control equipment.

Description

This role is responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing fabricated steel and aluminum components using powder coating systems while ensuring products meet customer specifications and quality standards. The ideal candidate has experience in an industrial manufacturing environment and takes pride in producing a high-quality finish.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate powder coating equipment for steel and aluminum components.
• Apply powder coatings to fabricated products including fuel tanks, enclosures, frames, and structural assemblies.
• Prepare surfaces for coating through cleaning, masking, and material handling processes.
• Monitor coating thickness, coverage, and finish quality to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Inspect completed work and make adjustments as needed to maintain quality standards.
• Mix, load, and manage coating materials according to production requirements.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshoot coating issues.
• Safely operate material handling equipment and assist with movement of parts throughout the coating process.
• Work closely with production and quality teams to meet manufacturing schedules and customer expectations.

Requirements

• Previous powder coating experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Experience coating steel, aluminum, or other fabricated metal products highly desired.
• Ability to recognize coating defects and make process adjustments to maintain quality standards.
• Experience operating powder coating equipment, spray systems, or related finishing equipment.
• Ability to read work instructions, specifications, and production documents.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well within a team environment.
• Manufacturing experience required.
• Must pass a competency assessment and pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.