Powder Coating Technician

Powder Coating Technician – Fortune 5 Tech Client (Seattle, WA)

Location: Onsite – Seattle, WA 98108 Duration: 11-Month W2 Contract Pay Rate: $30–$40/hour DOE Conversion: Opportunity for permanent conversion based on performance Schedule: Standard shift with occasional OT as needed (average OT: ~5 hrs/week)

Russell Tobin is supporting a Fortune 5 technology client seeking a Powder Coating Technician to join a growing manufacturing and production team in Seattle, WA. This is an exciting opportunity to support a newly expanded powder coating operation and increased sheet metal production demand within a fast-paced, innovative environment.

About the Role

The Powder Coating Technician will perform powder coating operations on manufactured components produced through CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, and 3D printing processes. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality finishes that meet strict production and customer specifications while maintaining safety and operational standards.

This is a hands-on manufacturing role ideal for candidates with powder coating, auto body painting, assembly, or general manufacturing experience who take pride in quality workmanship and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply powder coatings using electrostatic spray equipment
• Prepare surfaces through cleaning, degreasing, and media blasting
• Mask components to protect threads and critical features
• Load/unload parts from coating racks and curing ovens
• Inspect finished parts for coating defects and finish consistency
• Measure coating thickness using inspection tools
• Perform equipment cleaning and routine maintenance
• Maintain coating records and documentation
• Support safety, environmental, and quality compliance initiatives
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing and quality teams

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of powder coating experience or equivalent technical training
• Knowledge of powder coating processes and equipment
• Ability to identify coating defects and quality issues
• Experience using coating thickness measurement tools
• Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Basic computer skills for documentation and tracking

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of powder coating experience in manufacturing
• Experience with electrostatic spray application
• Familiarity with surface preparation and media blasting
• Understanding of coating chemistry and color matching
• Experience working in high-mix manufacturing environments
• Forklift certification
• Vocational or technical training related to coatings or manufacturing

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Commitment to safety and quality standards
• Team-oriented mindset with willingness to learn
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Pride in craftsmanship and continuous improvement

Interview Process

• 1 onsite interview (potential for second round if needed)
• Behavioral interview + facility walkthrough

If you're interested in joining a growing manufacturing team with long-term potential, apply today through Russell Tobin.

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity

Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

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