Powder Coat Painter - 2nd Shift Job at Fabricated Metals, Louisville, KY

  • Fabricated Metals
  • Louisville, KY

Job Description

Powder Coat Painter - 2nd Shift

We build products and relationships that last a lifetime! No really, that's what we do. We are a successful family business with a long-term record of steady growth, and we are determined to accelerate our trajectory. Our diverse team members who speak 22 languages are passionate about their company and their co-workers. We reward performance.

We Are Not:

  • Fancy - as manufacturers we believe practical, clean facilities are required to make quality products and retain the best team.
  • Transactional - we have long-term relationships with our team members and most valuable customers
  • Satisfied - we celebrate achievement, then set our sights on new goals

What we're looking for:

The Powder Coat Painter applies protective coatings and paint to manufactured products using spray guns. They prepare surfaces, mix paints to specifications, ensure quality standards (coating thickness/adhesion), and maintain equipment in a safe, often fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Surface Preparation: Clean, sand, mask, blast, and de-grease metal or fabricated components for proper paint adhesion.
  • Application: Mix, match, and apply paints, epoxies, urethanes, or powder coatings using spray equipment, brushes, or rollers.
  • Equipment Operation: Set up and operate automated coating systems, spray guns, and, in some cases, paint booth systems.
  • Quality Control: Inspect finished products for defects, ensuring dry film thickness and color accuracy meet specifications.
  • Safety & Maintenance: Maintain clean equipment (guns, lines) and follow strict PPE, ventilation, and hazardous material handling regulations.

Requirements:

  • 1 or more years of prior experience in industrial or manufacturing, powder coat painting.
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Proficiency in using industrial paint machinery, an understanding of coatings, and technical blueprint reading.
  • Ability to stand for long periods, work in confined or high-temperature areas, and lift materials.
  • Must be proficient with technical machinery and have excellent hand-eye coordination.
  • Ability to work in a high-volume production environment.
  • Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Record information on production logs, such as units produced and any defects found.
  • Able to work efficiently with others as part of a team on an assembly line.
  • You are driven to succeed and passionate about continuous improvement.
  • Passion for learning. You will receive training on the job.
  • Must pass a drug screen, physical, and criminal background check.

Benefits:

  • Competitive wage with annual increases and a performance-based annual bonus.
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Health, dental, & vision, insurance coverage
  • Company paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance coverage
  • Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and personal days

Job Tags

Temporary work, Afternoon shift

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