Powder Coater Technician – Precision Finishes & Growth

Architectural Fabrication; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Architectural Fabrication is seeking a Powder Coater I to manage the full finishing process from material prep to final application. You will ensure color accuracy, apply powder coatings and wet paints, and uphold high quality and equipment reliability.

The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 75 lbs, and coordinating with teams to meet project documentation and safety standards in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Powder coating and industrial painting experience.
• Dependable with assigned shifts.
• Able to stand long periods, bend, and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; able to drive company trucks.
• Forklift operation experience and safe handling.
• Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Independent worker with minimal daily supervision.
• Effective communication with team and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with all levels of personnel regarding project preparation and color assignment.
• Apply powder coatings skillfully to ensure successful project completion.
• Inspect products for quality, recognize problem areas, and make necessary corrections.
• Manage oven functions, including monitoring time, temperature, and alarms.
• Maintain and clean coating equipment, including guns, hoppers, and booth collection systems.
• Perform routine maintenance on wash bay equipment and regularly change booth filters.
• Prepare parts for coating using techniques such as sandblasting, cleaning, dipping, and masking.
• Monitor machine gauges and equipment operation to detect and prevent defects.
• Follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE, and maintain a safe workspace.
• Organize the powder room, keeping like powders together and weighing boxes as needed.
• Wrap, pad, and stack products correctly to prevent damage during transportation.
• Operate forklifts safely and assist with loading, unloading, and deliveries.
• Maintain shop cleanliness to ensure easy movement for carts between work areas.
• Manage supplies and tools efficiently to minimize waste and ensure cost-efficiency.

Skills

Powder coating

Industrial painting

Communication

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Quality inspection

Physical stamina

Team player

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Architectural Fabrication is seeking a Powder Coater I to manage the full finishing process from material prep to final application. You will ensure color accuracy, apply powder coatings and wet paints, and uphold high quality and equipment reliability.

The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 75 lbs, and coordinating with teams to meet project documentation and safety standards in a manufacturing environment.