Symbiotic Services is seeking a safety-conscious and detail-oriented Powder Coater I for an opportunity with one of our clients in the manufacturing industry.
The Powder Coater I will be responsible for applying protective and decorative powder coatings to metal components using automated and manual electrostatic coating equipment. This position involves preparing materials, operating pretreatment and curing equipment, inspecting finished products, and maintaining production quality and safety standards.
The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to follow established production procedures, equipment operating instructions, and workplace safety requirements.
Review work orders, technical drawings, coating specifications, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Technical Data Sheets (TDS).
Verify part identification, powder color codes, material lots, masking requirements, cleanliness, and quality specifications.
Perform assigned equipment startup inspections, including guards, emergency stops, ventilation systems, grounding, hoses, cables, and fire protection indicators.
Monitor pretreatment and rinse conditions when qualified and authorized.
Ensure components are properly cleaned, dried, positioned, spaced, and grounded before coating.
Operate automated powder coating systems and manual electrostatic spray guns according to approved settings and procedures.
Maintain consistent coating coverage and proper equipment grounding.
Coordinate material flow and production activities with assigned assistants.
Monitor curing oven and conveyor settings to ensure coating specifications are met.
Verify coating quality through inspections of film thickness, appearance, adhesion, and other required criteria.
Identify defective components, separate nonconforming products, and follow approved rework procedures.
Perform authorized powder replenishment, powder reclaim handling, color changes, cleaning, and equipment shutdown.
Prevent contamination during powder changes and production activities.
Maintain accurate records of process readings, material lots, inspection results, production quantities, and downtime.
Communicate equipment issues, production concerns, and quality problems to supervisory personnel.
Maintain clean and organized work areas according to established housekeeping and safety standards.
Follow all established safety procedures related to powder coating equipment, ventilation, grounding, and ignition prevention.
Prevent excessive powder accumulation and airborne dust hazards.
Use approved cleaning methods and equipment.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including eye protection, gloves, protective clothing, hearing protection, safety footwear, and respiratory protection when required.
Follow approved chemical handling procedures, product labels, and Safety Data Sheets.
Observe equipment guarding, conveyor safety, and lockout/tagout requirements.
Handle powder waste, process liquids, filters, and cleaning residues according to environmental procedures.
Report unsafe conditions, equipment malfunctions, chemical spills, exposure concerns, and other workplace hazards immediately.
Follow approved emergency shutdown and evacuation procedures.
Perform specialized hazardous tasks only when appropriately trained and authorized.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education or experience.
Previous manufacturing or industrial finishing experience preferred.
Powder coating experience preferred but not required.
Ability to follow written, verbal, and visual work instructions.
Ability to recognize workplace hazards and communicate safety concerns.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
Ability to maintain accurate production and inspection records.
Ability to safely operate equipment after completing required training and qualification.
Understanding of basic powder coating and metal finishing processes.
Ability to operate or learn automated and manual electrostatic coating equipment.
Familiarity with coating preparation, application, curing, and inspection procedures.
Ability to identify coating defects and recognize quality issues.
Ability to use quality inspection instruments after appropriate training.
Basic mathematical skills, including arithmetic, fractions, and decimals.
Ability to read measurements, compare inspection results against established specifications, and document production data accurately.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Completion of required workplace orientation and equipment-specific training before independent operation.
Training in hazard communication, personal protective equipment, dust and ignition prevention, machine guarding, emergency procedures, and applicable lockout/tagout requirements.
Demonstrated competency in safe equipment startup, shutdown, process monitoring, coating application, and quality inspection.
Respiratory protection training, medical evaluation, and fit testing when required by assigned duties.
Additional training and authorization required before operating forklifts, powered pallet trucks, hoists, or other specialized equipment.
Separate authorization required for chemical dosing, maintenance, and lockout/tagout activities.
Completion of applicable refresher training, including hearing conservation and heat illness prevention.
Ability to stand and walk regularly throughout the workday.
Frequent reaching, gripping, and repetitive hand and arm movements.
Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to identify equipment movement, warning signals, and coating defects, with appropriate aids or accommodations where applicable.
Ability to occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 30 pounds, subject to task-specific assessment.
Use of mechanical lifting equipment or approved team assistance for heavier, bulky, hot, sharp, or unstable materials.
Ability to perform assigned tasks while wearing required personal protective equipment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Industrial manufacturing and metal finishing environment.
Exposure to moving machinery, suspended components, sharp metal edges, powder materials, and industrial chemicals.
Potential exposure to heated surfaces, wet floors, manufacturing noise, and material handling equipment.
Required compliance with designated walking routes, equipment safeguards, ventilation requirements, and environmental controls.
Strict adherence to workplace safety procedures and protective equipment requirements.
Symbiotic Services is a staffing and recruitment firm dedicated to connecting qualified professionals with employment opportunities across manufacturing, industrial production, and technical sectors. We are recruiting for this position on behalf of a client while maintaining client confidentiality.
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