Powder Coating Painter - Metal Finishes Expert

AppleOne Employment Services; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a Powder Coating Painter in Santa Ana, CA for a direct hire role on a sheet metal fabrication production team. You will prepare parts, apply powder coatings, operate coating equipment, and inspect finish quality to ensure consistency and adherence to specifications.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in manufacturing or fabrication, with powder coating experience preferred and strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Prepare and coat sheet metal components for production finishing.
• Operate powder coating and spray equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Inspect coated parts to ensure quality and adherence to specs.
• Follow production documentation and safety standards.
• 1–2 years of relevant manufacturing or fabrication experience.
• Powder coating experience preferred.
• Experience using spray equipment and adjusting air pressure.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced setting.
• Commitment to workplace safety and proper material handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare steel, aluminum, and other metal components for powder coating by following established surface preparation procedures.
• Apply powder coating to metal products while maintaining consistent coverage, thickness, and finish quality.
• Operate powder coating equipment and adjust air pressure, spray settings, and related controls as needed.
• Inspect finished parts for defects, consistency, appearance, and compliance with production standards.
• Follow work instructions, job travelers, production documentation, and safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while handling coating materials properly.

Skills

Powder coating experience

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Quality craftsmanship

Coating process knowledge

Tools

Powder coating equipment

Spray equipment

Job description

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a Powder Coating Painter in Santa Ana, CA for a direct hire role on a sheet metal fabrication production team. You will prepare parts, apply powder coatings, operate coating equipment, and inspect finish quality to ensure consistency and adherence to specifications.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in manufacturing or fabrication, with powder coating experience preferred and strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.