Precision Powder-Coating Prep Technician (2nd Shift)

APX; Saint Thomas (Franklin County); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k)

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

APX is seeking a Material Prep Technician to prepare aluminum and steel parts for powder coating on a 2nd shift. You will grind, sand, and clean surfaces to ensure coating adhesion and a professional finish, while supporting quality and safety standards.

Key duties include inspecting surfaces, removing burrs, and communicating with fabrication, paint, and QC teams to meet prep requirements. Safety gear and PPE are required at all times.

Qualifications

• Experience using grinders, sanders or hand tools to prep metal surfaces.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain high-quality workmanship.
• Strong communication with team members and willingness to learn surface prep for powder coating.

Responsibilities

• Use handheld grinders, sanders, and tools to smooth welds and prep surfaces on aluminum and mild steel parts.
• Inspect surfaces for imperfections and correct as needed.
• Clean parts to remove dust, oil, or debris using hoses, wash bays, cloths, and solvents.
• Coordinate with fabrication, paint, and quality control teams to meet prep standards.
• Maintain and clean grinding equipment and tools regularly.
• Adhere to safety procedures and wear PPE at all times.
• Assist with material handling and staging for painting or processing.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following 5S standards.

Skills

Grinders & sanders use

Attention to detail

Communication

Safety mindset

Tools

Grinders

Sanders

Hand tools

Job description

APX is seeking a Material Prep Technician to prepare aluminum and steel parts for powder coating on a 2nd shift. You will grind, sand, and clean surfaces to ensure coating adhesion and a professional finish, while supporting quality and safety standards.

Key duties include inspecting surfaces, removing burrs, and communicating with fabrication, paint, and QC teams to meet prep requirements. Safety gear and PPE are required at all times.