Powder Coat Applicator

Shift: 3:30pm-2:00am Monday-Thursday.

Pay: $22.00-$27.00 About Our Customer: Metal fabrication company that produces custom metal parts and assemblies for industrial clients. Benefits if Hired Perm: Health, dental, and, life, short term disability, PFML and vision insurance.401(k) with company match. Paid vacation, personal time, and holidays. Opportunities for advancement and career growth. A stable manufacturing company with a strong team culture Why Work Here: Company provide a hands-on work environment where employees can develop metal fabrication skills, work on real-world projects, and grow within a supportive team serving customers in Methuen.

Summary: Responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing metal components using electrostatic powder coating equipment. This position ensures all products meet company quality standards by properly cleaning, masking, coating, curing, and inspecting parts throughout the finishing process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Prepare metal parts for powder coating by cleaning, sanding, masking, and inspecting surfaces. Apply powder coatings using electrostatic spray equipment according to specifications. Operate curing ovens and monitor temperature and cure times to achieve proper finish quality. Perform quality inspections for color consistency, coating thickness, adhesion, and surface defects. Rework or touch up parts as needed to meet quality standards. Maintain powder coating equipment, spray booths, and related tools in good working condition. Load, unload, and move materials safely throughout the production process. Read and follow work orders, production schedules, and coating specifications. Maintain accurate production and quality records as required. Follow OSHA regulations and company safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of hazards. Assist with other manufacturing or finishing duties as assigned. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or GEDSKILLS AND ABILITIES:3+ years of experience as a powder coat applicator. Powder application in a production environment. Understanding of MIL thickness. Experience with thickness inspection tools. Experience with many colors, types and textures of powder. Environmental Conditions: Work takes place in a metal fabrication shop with exposure to loud machinery, sparks, heat, metal dust, and heavy equipment. Physical Capabilities: Must be able to: stand for 8 hours and move from role to role or sedentary standing; lift light to moderate amounts of weight; perform repetitive upper extremity motions and repetitive forceful grip/pinch movement requiring both hands. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. About Wicked Staffing Solutions: We have built long-standing relationships with some of the most reputable and well-known top companies that are hiring in manufacturing, distribution, customer service, engineering, electronics, and many other industries. We offer temporary, temp-hire, and direct placement opportunities, in a variety of positions.\nCompany

Description: Wicked Staffing Solutions is a proud New England based Staffing and Recruiting firm that services Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We have Temporary, Long-Term Temporary, Temp-Hire and Direct Placement job opportunity arrangements in Light Industrial, Logistics, Electronics, Engineering, and Accounting, just to name a few. We offer health insurance, 401k, and referral bonuses. Our friendly recruiters can assist with resumes and interview coaching if needed. We get new job opportunities every day. So check us out and let Wicked work for you!

Company Description: Wicked Staffing Solutions is a proud New England based Staffing and Recruiting firm that services Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We have Temporary, Long-Term Temporary, Temp-Hire and Direct Placement job opportunity arrangements in Light Industrial, Logistics, Electronics, Engineering, and Accounting, just to name a few. We offer health insurance, 401k, and referral bonuses. Our friendly recruiters can assist with resumes and interview coaching if needed. We get new job opportunities every day. So check us out and let Wicked work for you!