Powder Coater

Powder Coater / Paint line Operative

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Location:

Huddersfield
• Pay Rate: £13.50 - £14.00 per hour (depending on experience)
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Hours:

Monday – Thursday: 7:30am – 4:15pm;
Friday: 6:45am – 12:45pm
• Overtime: time and a third (currently averaging approx. 1.3 hours per day)
• Job Type: Permanent

• Competitive hourly rate
• Overtime paid at time and a half
• Monthly bonus scheme
• Cost of Living Spree Card
• Company-provided overalls
• Safety boot allowance
• Early Friday finish
• Long-term, secure employment

This is a forward-thinking, family‑owned sheet metal manufacturing business that has recently benefitted from significant capital investment in the latest automation and production equipment. The business supplies a wide range of sectors and has experienced strong growth over the last few years, making this an excellent time to join. With over 50 years of industry experience, they have built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability.

They provide a complete in‑house service including design, CNC punching, laser cutting, CNC bending, welding and fabrication of ferrous and non‑ferrous materials, powder coating, and electro‑mechanical assembly. They supply customers nationwide across sectors such as Agricultural, Automotive, Construction, Digital Signage, Food Processing, Kiosk & Vending, Scientific, Medical, and more.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the powder coating operation and ensuring high‑quality finishes are consistently achieved.

• Cleaning and preparation of metal components prior to coating, including bunging holes
• Following work instructions, procedures, and production schedules
• Maintaining required quality standards for all items through the coating process
• Maintaining powder coating equipment, including Gema spray guns and the automated reciprocator system
• Spraying a variety of components using Gema equipment
• Hanging parts on the conveyorised paint line in the most efficient manner
• Ensuring the work area is kept clean and tidy at all times
• Packing coated parts to ensure safe delivery to customers
• Safe use of basic power tools such as drills, orbital sanders, and grinders

• Minimum 2‑3 years’ experience in powder coating
• Good understanding of powder coating methods and techniques
• Knowledge of safe use, storage, and disposal of paints, chemicals, and cleaning products
• Ability to use basic power tools safely and correctly
• Flexible approach to working overtime in line with business needs
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality