# Powder Coat Paint Specialist

**Company:** [Hamilton by Gunnebo](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/9fc5uHLkGBZbGeYBo7CoWn.md)
**Location:** Milford, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Paint / Powder Coat

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## Description

The Powder Coat Paint Specialist is responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing metal components using powder coating systems to ensure high-quality, durable finishes that meet company and customer specifications. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of coating techniques, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to maintain production efficiency in a manufacturing environment.

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Prepare metal parts for powder coating through cleaning, masking, blasting, and pretreatment processes.
-   Operate powder coating equipment, spray guns, curing ovens, and associated production equipment.
-   Apply powder coatings according to color, thickness, and quality specifications.
-   Inspect coated parts for defects, coverage, adhesion, and overall finish quality.
-   Verify coating thickness using appropriate testing and measuring equipment.
-   Load and unload materials from paint lines and curing ovens.
-   Perform color changes and clean equipment between production runs.
-   Monitor oven temperatures, conveyor speeds, and process parameters to ensure product quality.
-   Troubleshoot coating defects and recommend corrective actions.
-   Maintain production records, quality documentation, and inventory usage logs.
-   Conduct routine preventive maintenance on painting equipment and report repairs as needed.
-   Follow all environmental, health, safety, and housekeeping requirements.
-   Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity.
-   Ability to use a computer to record production as needed.
-   Follow company and safety policies and procedures.
-   Excellent attendance.
-   Other duties as assigned

## Requirements

-   High school diploma or GED required.
-   Minimum 2 years of powder coating, industrial painting, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
-   Knowledge of powder coating processes, materials, and equipment.
-   Ability to read work instructions, drawings, and product specifications.
-   Experience using measuring devices such as mil thickness gauges.
-   Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
-   Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
-   Basic computer skills for production reporting and documentation.

**Preferred Qualifications**

-   Experience with automated powder coating systems.
-   Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
-   Experience in a metal fabrication, safe storage, or industrial manufacturing environment.
-   Forklift or overhead crane experience preferred.
-   3-5 years experience with powder coat line setup, troubleshooting and quality control

## Benefits

401(k)

401(k) Profit Sharing 3% Match

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Vision insurance