Power Coat Operator

MAS HVAC, Inc; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental plans

401k matching

Annual safety shoe allowance

Education assistance program

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

Gradian Thermal Solutions, a leading thermal solutions provider, seeks an Industrial Powder Coat Operator for the 1st shift to prepare, coat, and finish parts using powder coating equipment. The role emphasizes producing high-quality finishes, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety protocols in a manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates have experience with industrial powder coating, familiarity with powder loading, spray guns, and booths, and a strong eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with industrial powder coating preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Experience operating forklifts, cranes, and other material-handling equipment preferred.
• Basic math skills for measuring and calculating material requirements.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with equipment setup, adjustment, and basic troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for powder coating by cleaning, sanding, and masking as needed.
• Set up and operate powder coating equipment, including spray guns and booths.
• Load powder according to color requirements and specifications.
• Apply powder coatings evenly and accurately to achieve the required finish and quality.
• Monitor the coating process to ensure proper adhesion, coverage, and consistency, adjusting spray equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and perform routine equipment maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Math skills

Lean manufacturing

Tools

Powder coating equipment

Spray guns

Powder coating booth

Job description

Gradian is an engineering-led, full-line thermal solutions partner serving data center and other mission-critical, commercial, and industrial markets. Headquartered in Maple Grove, MN, with additional facilities across North America, we design and manufacture liquid cooling systems, air handling equipment, heat rejection units, and modular, factory-assembled thermal management solutions.Gradian was founded through the unification of four complementary, established brands: MAS HVAC, Daedex, DeepCoolAI, and EcoChillers. Together, we act as a single-source provider, deploying cooling technologies as scalable systems optimized for efficiency, spatial constraints, and overall performance. With a vertically integrated engineering and manufacturing model, we pair rapid design turnaround with precision fabrication, so customers can move faster on complex projects where reliability, timeline, and quality all matter.Why work hereAt Gradian, you'll work alongside others who get genuinely fired up by complex problems, see your work go from first sketch to job site in weeks, not years, and know that while we're developing the technologies critical for AI infrastructure to scale, our culture remains people-first by design.It is core to our identity that we operate as one team — driving to win together, energizing others, and building lasting relationships that make the work fun and rewarding.Position Summary:The Industrial Powder Coat Operator – 1st Shift is responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing parts using powder coating equipment. This role focuses on producing quality finishes while maintaining equipment, following safety procedures, and keeping a clean and organized work area.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare surfaces for powder coating by cleaning, sanding, and masking as needed.Set up and operate powder coating equipment, including spray guns and booths.Select, prepare, and load powder according to company color requirements and specifications.Apply powder coatings evenly and accurately to achieve the required finish and quality.Monitor the coating process to ensure proper adhesion, coverage, and consistency, adjusting spray equipment as needed.Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and perform routine equipment maintenance.Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.Desired Qualifications and ExperiencePrevious experience with industrial powder coating preferred.Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles is a plus.Experience operating forklifts, cranes, and other material-handling equipment preferred.Basic math skills for measuring and calculating material requirements.Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with equipment setup, adjustment, and basic troubleshooting.Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively in a manufacturing environment.Benefits:Medical, vision, and dental plansShort-term and long-term disability insuranceGroup term life insurance coverageHSA, FSA, and Dependent Care plans available8 paid holidays, 4 floating holidays, and generous PTO policy401k matchingCompany paid eventsAnnual safety shoe allowanceEducation assistance programEEO Statement:Gradian Thermal Solutions is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other legally protected status.Employment decisions at Gradian are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and actively promote a culture of fairness, equity, and opportunity.We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, in accordance with applicable laws.