Paint Process Tech

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Paint Process Technician Job Description

The Paint Process Technician supports the operation, maintenance, and optimization of the plant’s powder coat line, pretreatment systems, and wastewater processes. This role focuses on monitoring and troubleshooting automated powder coating equipment and related mechanical and hydraulic systems to ensure consistent quality, efficiency, and safe operation.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operation, maintenance, and optimization of the plant’s powder coat line.
• Monitor automated powder coating systems to ensure proper performance and consistent product quality.
• Operate and oversee pretreatment processes to prepare parts and materials for powder coating.
• Support and monitor wastewater processes associated with the powder coating and pretreatment systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and hydraulic systems to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Diagnose and repair issues involving pumps and related components within the coating and pretreatment systems.
• Perform mechanical adjustments and minor repairs on equipment to maintain reliable operation.
• Follow established procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to maintain a safe and compliant production environment.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.
• Document issues, adjustments, and maintenance activities to support continuous improvement of the paint process.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Experience working with pumps in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to monitor and operate automated powder coating systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic systems and their basic operation.
• Experience supporting pretreatment processes and wastewater systems related to coating operations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for identifying root causes of equipment and process problems.
• Understanding of and ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Ability to work in a production environment and support continuous operation of paint processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in assembly or production support within a manufacturing environment.
• Background in maintaining or optimizing automated industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with process improvement concepts in paint or coating operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with production and maintenance teams.
• Attention to detail when monitoring equipment performance and product quality.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a direct-hire opportunity that offers good benefits and long-term stability, along with significant room for growth and advancement. The organization supports professional development, encourages learning new skills, and provides a clear path for expanding responsibilities over time.

Work Environment

This role is based in a plant environment that operates automated powder coating, pretreatment, and wastewater systems. You will work around mechanical, hydraulic, and pump-driven equipment, following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and established safety procedures. The position involves hands-on work with industrial machinery and production processes, requiring comfort in a manufacturing setting with active production lines and equipment in continuous operation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Liberty, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $68224.00 - $68224.00/yr.

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.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Liberty,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 30, 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.

\nCompany Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.