Powder Paint Helper

Job Title: Powder Paint Helper

Position Title: Powder Paint Helper (Full-time)
Department: Operations/Onsite Los Angeles
Reports To: Production Manager

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Powder Paint Helper to join our manufacturing and finishing team. You will support lead powder coaters by preparing metal parts, operating industrial wash stages, loading/unloading conveyor lines, and ensuring parts are cured flawlessly. This role is perfect for individuals wanting to master industrial coating and surface preparation technologies. Hours are Monday-Friday from 7 am until 3:30 pm. Pay range of $19-20/hour.

Duties and Responsibilities

Part Preparation & Masking

• Apply masking plugs, caps, and high-temperature tape to threads, holes, and surfaces that must remain free of powder.
• Wipe down parts using chemical solvents or degreasers to remove oils, rust, and manufacturing debris.
• Operate pretreatment systems such as chemical wash stations, phosphate baths, or blast cabinets to ensure proper powder adhesion.

Production Line Operations

• Hang parts securely onto overhead conveyor racks or rolling carts using hooks and fixtures.
• Unload finished parts carefully from the line after they emerge from the curing oven and have cooled completely.
• Inspect quality of coated items for defects like light coverage, runs, bubbles, or contamination before final packaging.

Equipment & Shop Maintenance

• Clean powder booths and fluidizing hoppers thoroughly between color changes to prevent cross-contamination.
• Monitor oven temperatures and line speeds under the direction of the lead coater.
• Maintain inventory by stocking powder boxes, masking supplies, hooks, and personal protective equipment.

Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Wear mandatory PPE including air-purifying respirators, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and protective suits.
• Handle powder safely to manage dust accumulation and maintain a safe, explosion-free workspace.
• Follow safety protocols for handling hazardous pre-treatment chemicals and working around high-heat curing ovens.

Requirements and Qualifications

Skills & Experience

• Experience: Previous experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or auto-body shop environment is a plus; we will train the right candidate to Powder Coat.  
• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Detail-Oriented: Ability to spot minor surface imperfections and apply precise masking.
• Pace: Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Communications: Must be bi-lingual (English/Spanish)

Physical Requirements

• Stamina: Ability to stand for 8–10 hours per day and perform repetitive reaching, lifting, and hanging motions.
• Strength: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Environment: Comfortable working in an industrial environment that can be hot (near curing ovens) and dusty.