Precision Powder Coating Technician — Day Shift

South-Bay-Solutions; Mattos (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Visa)

Life insurance policy

Safe Harbor 401(K) plan

401(k) match

Paid time off (vacation/sick/holidays)

Referral program

Job summary

South Bay Solutions in California is seeking an experienced Powder Coating Operator to launch our in-house powder coating department. You will perform all aspects: preparation, hanging, application, oven operation, cure verification, and inspection of high-value precision components.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in powder coating, experience with aluminum, batch ovens, and electrostatic application. Reading drawings and ensuring adherence to cure schedules and quality standards is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years powder coating experience.
• Experience coating aluminum.
• Experience operating batch ovens.
• Knowledge of electrostatic application.
• Understanding of cure schedules.
• Ability to read drawings.
• Experience with quality inspections.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders, travelers, drawings and coating specifications.
• Prepare machined components for coating.
• Hang parts for optimal coverage and curing.
• Set up and operate electrostatic powder coating equipment.
• Select proper powder types and adjust air, voltage and powder flow.
• Maintain consistent film thickness and monitor cure schedules.
• Inspect finished coating and identify defects.
• Maintain equipment and perform daily preventive maintenance.
• Record production data and maintain production records.
• Troubleshoot coating issues.

Skills

Powder coating

Electrostatic application

Reading drawings

Quality inspections

Batch ovens

Aluminum coating

Forklift certification

Lean Manufacturing

Tools

Wagner/Gema equipment

Job description

South Bay Solutions in California is seeking an experienced Powder Coating Operator to launch our in-house powder coating department. You will perform all aspects: preparation, hanging, application, oven operation, cure verification, and inspection of high-value precision components.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in powder coating, experience with aluminum, batch ovens, and electrostatic application. Reading drawings and ensuring adherence to cure schedules and quality standards is essential.