Industrial Painter

Job Title: Industrial Painter / Powder Coating Technician Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Painter / Powder Coating Technician to join our dynamic manufacturing team. This role involves preparing, coating, and finishing metal components using powder coating equipment within a controlled paint booth environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in industrial finishing processes, possess strong attention to detail, and uphold a commitment to producing high-quality work safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal parts for powder coating by cleaning, sanding, masking, and inspecting surfaces.

• Apply powder coat finishes using electrostatic spray equipment in a paint booth environment.

• Load and unload parts from racks, carts, or conveyor systems.

• Monitor coating thickness, finish quality, and adherence to customer specifications.

• Operate curing ovens and verify proper cure times and temperatures.

• Perform quality inspections and touch-up work as needed.

• Maintain paint booth, spray equipment, and work area cleanliness.

• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE requirements and hazardous material handling.

• Assist with material movement and production tasks as needed.

• Document production and quality information accurately.

Essential Skills

• Experience in racking, inspection, painting, and powder coating.

• Proficiency in material handling and documentation.

• Skill in sanding, using spray guns, and industrial painting.

• Knowledge of paint booth and paint preparation processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to perform tedious tasks with high attention to safety.

• Capability to multitask and lift between 30-50 lbs as needed.

• Good eye for detail and ability to read and follow basic work instructions.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy the stability of year-round work with benefits offered upon direct hire. Our leadership prioritizes a people-first approach, supporting and retaining employees for long-term success.

Work Environment

Join a metal plating company with 100 employees across three plants. This industrial environment specializes in plating and coating metal parts. Some departments may experience warm temperatures during the summer and cold conditions in the winter.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $23.65/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.