Precision Masking Technician for Powder Coatings

South Bay Solutions; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Life insurance policy

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

South Bay Solutions in Fremont, CA is seeking a highly detail-oriented Precision Masking Technician to support our powder coating operation for the semiconductor and medical device industries. You will mask machined metal components using tapes, silicone plugs, caps, discs, and custom fixtures, verify masking quality, and remove masks after curing without damaging surfaces.

This role requires patience, creativity, and a strong focus on quality, with the ability to read engineering drawings, work

Qualifications

• 2+ years masking experience in: Powder coating, Aerospace, Precision metal finishing
• Ability to read blueprints
• Excellent hand dexterity
• High attention to detail
• Experience using: High-temperature tapes, Custom masking fixtures
• Ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Interpret work instructions, drawings, and masking requirements.
• Apply high-temperature masking tapes, silicone plugs, caps, discs and custom masking solutions.
• Develop masking techniques for complex geometries.
• Protect critical surfaces, threaded holes, sealing surfaces and precision machined features.
• Verify masking before parts enter the powder coating process.
• Remove masking after curing without damaging coated surfaces.
• Inspect completed parts for masking defects.
• Maintain masking inventory and recommend new masking products.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to reduce masking time while maintaining quality.
• Assist with part preparation, hanging and packaging as required.
• Maintain clean work area using 6S principles.

Skills

Creative problem solving

Process improvement mindset

Quality focused

Mechanically inclined

Tools

High-temperature tapes

Custom masking fixtures

Job description

South Bay Solutions in Fremont, CA is seeking a highly detail-oriented Precision Masking Technician to support our powder coating operation for the semiconductor and medical device industries. You will mask machined metal components using tapes, silicone plugs, caps, discs, and custom fixtures, verify masking quality, and remove masks after curing without damaging surfaces.

This role requires patience, creativity, and a strong focus on quality, with the ability to read engineering drawings, work