Powder Coating - Buffalo, NY

GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems.

We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn-key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.

GTI Values:
Safety I Quality I Customer Obsession I Speed I Agility

GTI Energy is seeking a Coating Technician to support manufacturing operations by preparing surfaces and applying protective coatings to fabricated components and modular systems. This role plays a critical part in ensuring finished products meet quality, durability, and appearance standards prior to final assembly and shipment.

• Prepare surfaces for coating by cleaning, sanding, grinding, masking, or applying primers as required
• Apply coatings using powder coating or touch up using brushes, rollers, or other approved application methods
• Ensure proper coating thickness, finish quality, and adherence to specifications
• Conduct quality inspections to identify coating defects, inconsistencies, or touch-up requirements
• Maintain coating equipment, spray systems, and work areas in clean and safe operating condition
• Follow all OSHA, PPE, ventilation, and hazardous material handling procedures
• Monitor and adjust coating processes to improve efficiency and product quality
• Collaborate with production teams to resolve coating or finishing issues during manufacturing
• Assist with material handling, staging, and movement of coated parts as needed
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation when required

• Minimum of 1 year of industrial coating or powder coating application experience
• Experience working in a manufacturing, fabrication, or production environment
• Basic understanding of coating materials, surface preparation, and application techniques
• Ability to operate coating and spray application equipment safely and effectively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures and hazardous material handling practices
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and work in a physically active manufacturing environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Certification in coating application or related trade field
• Experience with automated or industrial coating systems
• Familiarity with powder coating, industrial paint systems, or protective finishes
• Knowledge of safety regulations related to hazardous materials and coatings
• Experience supporting Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives

• 1st:
  Monday
  - Friday 7am - 4pm
• 2nd:
  Monday
  - Friday 3:30pm
  - Midnight
• 3rd:
  Monday
  - Friday 11pm - 7:30am

$20 - $24 an hour

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GTI offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays