Powder Coating Technician - 1st/2nd Shift, Temp-to-Hire

Global Power Components; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Power Components seeks a Powder Operator to prepare, coat, and finish fabricated steel and aluminum components using powder coating systems. This on-site role supports a manufacturing environment focused on high-quality finishes for fuel tanks, enclosures, and structural assemblies.

The candidate will set up powder coating equipment, monitor thickness and finish, and collaborate with production and quality teams to meet schedules.

Qualifications

• Previous powder coating experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience coating steel, aluminum, or other fabricated metal products.
• Ability to read work instructions, specifications, and production documents.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Must pass a competency assessment and pre-employment physical, including a 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 specifications.
• Inspect completed work and adjust processes 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

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Powder coating equipment

Spray systems

Material handling equipment

Job description

Global Power Components seeks a Powder Operator to prepare, coat, and finish fabricated steel and aluminum components using powder coating systems. This on-site role supports a manufacturing environment focused on high-quality finishes for fuel tanks, enclosures, and structural assemblies.

The candidate will set up powder coating equipment, monitor thickness and finish, and collaborate with production and quality teams to meet schedules.