Powder Coating Technician

Abacus Solution Group; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Benefits

Union facility

Job summary

Powder Coat Tech in Kearny, NJ is seeking a Powder Coating Technician for 1st and 3rd shift. Direct Hire-Union Facility with $23--$26 per hour plus overtime and benefits.

The role uses a manual spray powder coat gun system, spray booth, ovens, and measuring tools to finish parts. Responsibilities include surface prep, operating and maintaining coating equipment, applying powder coatings evenly, monitoring curing for quality, and reading 2D prints.

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum experience in a powder coat shop using manual spray applications.
• Ability to read and interpret 2D prints and work instructions.
• Familiarity with MIL thickness measurement instruments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and masking to ensure coating adhesion.
• Operate and maintain powder coating equipment and spray guns.
• Apply powder coatings evenly and accurately to designated surfaces.
• Monitor and control curing processes to ensure finish quality.
• Read and interpret 2D prints and work instructions.

Skills

Powder coating

1-year experience

2D drawings

MIL thickness tools

Tools

Powder coating equipment

Spray guns

Ovens

Thickness measurement instruments

Job description

Powder Coat Tech
Kearny, NJ
1st and 3rd Shift Roles Available
$23--$26 an hour+overtime+benefitsDirect Hire-Union Facility

The Powder Coating Technician position is responsible for all functions related to the daily production output utilizing a manual spray powder coat gun system and spray booth. This position will require the use of computers, gas fired ovens, air powered filtration systems, air powered spray guns and measurement instruments.

Responsibilities and Requirements

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and masking to ensure proper coating adhesion
• Operate and maintain powder coating equipment and spray guns
• Apply powder coatings evenly and accurately to designated surfaces
• Monitor and control curing processes to ensure optimal finish quality
• Ability to read and interpret 2D prints and work instructions
• 1-year minimum experience working in a powder coat shop utilizing manual spray applications
• Ability to use MIL thickness measurement instruments
• Ability to set parameters and operate oven controls per work instructions

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the work area for extended periods
• Capability to lift and carry objects weighing up to [insert weight, e.g., 50 lbs]
• Dexterity to handle spray guns, tools, and small parts with precision
• Good visual acuity to inspect finishes and detect defects
• Ability to work in environments with fumes, dust, and potential noise hazards
• Flexibility to work in various positions, including bending, stooping, and reaching