Powder Coating Operator

Powder Coat Laborer

Bring precision, pride, and color to every part! Location: Mentor, OH Shift: Monday - Thursday, 6 am-4:30pm Pay: $17-$20/hour DOE

Do you take pride in producing high-quality finishes? We're looking for a Powder Coating Laborer who enjoys hands-on work, pays attention to detail, and wants to be part of a team that values quality, safety, and craftsmanship.

What You'll Do

• Pretreat, clean, mask, prime, and powder coat a variety of parts
• Load and hang parts correctly to maximize line capacity
• Apply powder using an electrostatic paint gun
• Perform quality checks, including first-piece, in-process, and final inspections
• Change hanging patterns and manage color changeovers
• Plug, tape, sand, and correct parts as needed
• Use measuring tools to ensure precision and consistency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment
• Follow all safety policies and OSHA standards Lifting, bending, and moving around throughout your shift

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year of powder coating or related manufacturing experience (or equivalent combination of training and education)
• Knowledge of powder coating processes and paint line functionality preferred
• Ability to read basic blueprints and specifications
• Mechanically inclined with strong problem-solving skills
• Experience managing or tracking inventory is a plus
• Basic computer skills
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to multitask
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings.
• Heavy Labor - Must be able to lift 35-40lbs

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.