Powder Coater – Virginia Beach, VA Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
PeopleShare is hiring a full-time Powder Coater for a leading industrial coatings and fabrication shop in Virginia Beach, VA. This facility supports military and maritime customers and offers a stable, long-term opportunity for skilled coating professionals.
Schedule & Compensation
· Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
· Occasional evening or Saturday shifts may be required for special projects
· Overtime may be required based on production needs
· Pay range based on experience $30/hr + and successful completion of in-person skills test
Responsibilities
· Operate powder coating equipment per manufacturer instructions, ensuring safety and proper use
· Start up and shut down powder coating booths and ovens; monitor curing processes
· Inspect applicator guns, air compressors, pumps, and related tools before each shift
· Coordinate with maintenance for preventative care of powder coating equipment
· Apply coatings at the correct mil thickness, monitoring gauges and controls for accuracy
· Communicate with leadership regarding equipment status, production issues, and improvement opportunities
· Perform additional production-related tasks as assigned
Qualifications
· Ability to pass an in-person Powder Coat performance test
· Demonstrated career experience in powder coating, ideally in industrial or marine environments
· Knowledge of powder coating processes, materials, and equipment
· Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and work orders
· Strong communication skills and attention to detail
· Physically capable of standing, walking, crouching, lifting up to 30 lbs, and working in a fast-paced, noisy production environment
· Must pass drug test and background check
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