Powder Coating Technician 2nd Shift

GFP Co; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Gas Fired Products in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Powder Coating Technician to prepare surfaces, apply powder coatings, and finish parts to meet indoor and outdoor specs. You will set up and run coating equipment, select powders, and ensure consistent finishes with attention to color accuracy.

Candidates should have High School education and experience with powder coating systems, plus ability to follow safety protocols and lift light parts as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with powder coating systems and equipment is required.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety protocols.
• Physical fitness to lift/move parts up to 30 pounds.
• Good eyesight to discern color variations.
• Basic math and measurement skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for powder coating (cleaning, sanding, masking).
• Set up and operate powder coating equipment and spray guns.
• Load powder according to specs and color scheme.
• Apply powder coatings evenly and check adhesion/coverage.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Instruction following

Safety protocols

Physical fitness

Math and measurement

Education

High School

Tools

Powder coating equipment

Spray guns

Booths

Color matching

Job description

# Powder Coating Technician 2nd ShiftCharlotte, NC 28208## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftFirst ShiftEducation LevelHigh SchoolTravel PercentageNoneCategoryManufacturing## DescriptionGas Fired Products is seeking a Powder Coating Technician who will be responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing parts using powder coating techniques. This involves surface preparation, equipment setup and maintenance, coating application, quality control, and maintaining a clean work environment. They work with various materials, including aluminum and steel, ensuring products meet both indoor and outdoor specifications.* Prepare surfaces for powder coating by cleaning, sanding, and masking as needed.* Set up and operate powder coating equipment, including spray guns and booths.* Select powder according to the company's color scheme and specifications, prepare and load powder.* Apply powder coatings evenly and accurately to achieve the desired finish.* Monitor the coating process to ensure proper adhesion and coverage while adjusting sprayer valves and nozzle as needed.* Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform routine maintenance.* Follows safety protocols and maintains a clean and organized work area.## Qualifications* Experience with powder coating systems and equipment **is required.*** Strong attention to detail.* Ability to follow instructions and safety protocols.* Physical fitness and ability to lift and move parts. Some parts are up to 30 pounds* Good eyesight and the ability to discern color variations.* Basic math and measurement skills.* Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment is preferred.* Technical certification or vocational training in powder coating application is a plus