Powder Coating Assistant

Denton, United States | Posted on 11/04/2026

Industry: Manufacturing / Metal Finishing

Employment Type: Not Specified

Symbiotic Services is seeking a detail-oriented and safety-conscious Powder Coating Assistant for an opportunity with one of our clients in the manufacturing industry.

The Powder Coating Assistant will support daily powder coating operations by preparing metal components, applying masking materials, loading and unloading parts, assisting with quality inspections, packaging finished products, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

This position works under the supervision of production leadership and receives daily task assignments from a qualified Powder Coater. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, good teamwork skills, and a commitment to following established safety and quality procedures.

Review work orders, production instructions, and visual specifications to verify part identification, quantities, finishing requirements, and processing sequences.

Inspect metal components for contamination, moisture, sharp edges, damage, and other conditions that may affect coating quality.

Prepare components for powder coating using approved materials and methods.

Apply and remove masking materials, including plugs, caps, and protective tape.

Protect threaded areas, sealing surfaces, and other designated features during the coating process.

Ensure masking materials do not interfere with required grounding contact points.

Inspect hooks, racks, and material supports before loading components.

Follow approved loading capacities, spacing, balance, and grounding requirements.

Load components onto racks and conveyor systems from designated safe positions.

Use appropriate lifting equipment or team assistance when handling heavy or awkward materials.

Coordinate material movement and production flow with qualified Powder Coaters.

Monitor production activities for unstable loads, collisions, spills, abnormal equipment movement, and powder dust escape.

Report unsafe conditions and request equipment stoppage when necessary.

Verify that coated components are safe to handle before unloading.

Use appropriate thermal protection when handling materials that may retain heat.

Carefully unload finished components while protecting coated surfaces from scratches or damage.

Assist with packaging and transferring finished products to designated locations.

Maintain accurate product counts, identification labels, and material traceability.

Compare finished components against approved visual quality standards.

Perform quality measurements only after completing required training.

Identify and separate defective or questionable components for further inspection.

Obtain appropriate authorization before performing rework or releasing nonconforming products.

Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.

Clean assigned accessible areas using approved equipment and procedures.

Handle powder waste, filters, and cleaning materials according to established environmental requirements.

Assist production personnel with authorized tasks to maintain efficient workflow.

Report equipment concerns, quality issues, and safety hazards to supervisory personnel.

Perform only tasks for which appropriate training and authorization have been completed.

Do not independently operate powder spray equipment, modify process settings, add chemicals, reset safety systems, or perform maintenance without separate qualification and authorization.

Follow established safety procedures related to powder coating operations, ventilation, grounding, and machine guarding.

Prevent powder accumulation and airborne dust hazards.

Use approved cleaning equipment and methods.

Keep ignition sources away from restricted powder coating areas.

Wear assigned personal protective equipment, including eye protection, gloves, protective clothing, safety footwear, hearing protection, and respiratory protection when required.

Follow Safety Data Sheets (SDS), chemical labels, and approved material handling procedures.

Maintain safe distances from moving conveyors, automated equipment, and hazardous operating zones.

Follow applicable lockout/tagout and hazardous energy control requirements.

Dispose of powder residues, process liquids, filters, and cleaning waste in designated…