Powder Coating Technician

The Powder Coating Technician is responsible for executing all powder coating and painting-related processes to ensure parts are produced on time and meet the highest quality standards. This role plays a key part in delivering zero-defect parts through proper preparation, coating, inspection, and handling in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

• Load parts onto the conveyor system and ensure proper preparation for powder coating, including taping, plugging, bonding, and masking as required.

• Verify all parts are clean, dry, and properly prepared before entering the powder coat spray booth.

• Unload coated parts from the conveyor line and perform 100% quality inspections to ensure finish, coverage, and adherence to specifications.

• Handle and transport parts in a manner that prevents damage or defects, ensuring accurate documentation and paperwork.

• Follow established rework procedures when addressing defective parts from internal production or customer returns.

• Operate shop tools and equipment safely and effectively, including forklifts, drill presses, power drills, air tools, hand grinders, orbital tools, and pressure washers.

• Deburr, grind, and clean sheet metal components requiring touch‑up or rework.

• Make necessary adjustments to cleaning and wash line solutions to maintain process effectiveness.

• Assist with paint and powder color changeovers at spray booths as needed.

• Perform routine equipment and process checks in accordance with standard operating procedures in the powder coat area.

• Read and interpret blueprints and written work instructions, including metric measurements.

• Support 5S initiatives and preventive maintenance activities to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.

• Collaborate with Shop Floor Management to support continuous improvement and process optimization efforts.

• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, and lift up to 70 lbs
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• Comfortable working in a manufacturing and production environment.

• Previous experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred; powder coating experience is strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of metal preparation and powder coating processes is highly desirable.

• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced production setting with attention to detail and quality.

• Familiarity with MS Office, quality systems, and lean manufacturing principles is a plus.

• Two‑year technical degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

Best Logic Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.