Think the best job opportunities are far away? Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. Kelly® is looking for a Powder Coat Specialist to work at a premier manufacturing client in Farmington, CT. Let us help you grow at work and discover the next step in your career, all while being a vital part of your community.
Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $19.00–$20.00/hr | Weekly Pay
Shift: Monday-Friday | 7:00AM-3:30PM | Full-Time
Why you should apply to be a Powder Coat Specialist:
- Competitive pay rate with reliable weekly compensation
- Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge smart factory environment
- Supportive and safety-focused workplace culture
- Gain valuable hands-on experience in powder coating and manufacturing operations
- Join a respected industry leader with strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement
What’s a typical day as a Powder Coat Specialist? You’ll be:
- Loading parts onto conveyor lines and preparing them for paint/powder coating using tape, plugs, and bonding techniques
- Ensuring parts are properly cleaned and dried before entering the spray booth
- Unloading finished parts and conducting quality checks to ensure defect-free products
- Handling parts carefully to prevent damage, maintaining proper documentation, and adhering to rework policies for defective items
- Operating area tools and equipment such as forklifts, drill presses, power drills, air tools, hand grinders, orbital tools, and pressure washers
- Deburring, grinding, and cleaning sheet metal parts requiring touch-up or rework
- Adjusting cleaning solutions and assisting with paint color changeovers in spray booths
- Performing routine checks and following standard processes in the powder coat area
- Reading and understanding blueprints and specifications, including metric measurements
- Supporting 5S and preventative maintenance activities, and assisting Shop Floor Management with process improvements
This job might be an outstanding fit if you:
- Have previous experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or powder coating environment (preferred)
- Possess knowledge in metal preparation and powder painting (strongly preferred)
- Are able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Have familiarity with MS Office products, quality, and lean manufacturing techniques (a plus)
- Can stand for extended periods, bend, and lift up to 70 lbs
- Are detail-oriented, motivated, and committed to delivering high-quality work
What happens next
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry - even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.
Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be a Powder Coat Specialist today!
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