Powder Coat Paint Specialist

Role details

Why Work with Us

Newton Instrument Company (NIC) has been making metal products for over 75 years. We're based in Butner, NC. Most of what we make is for the telecom industry, like racks and cabinets for the electronics in the network that support everyone's smartphone and the "server farms" being deployed to bring fast internet to rural and underserved areas.

We're ISO-9001 certified, and our team has lots of experience, with many members having worked here for years or even decades to ensure high-quality products.

• All of our manufacturing areas are climate controlled (warm in the winter, cool in the summer)
• Our amazing medical plan includes a pre-funded debit card which limits your personal out of pocket costs to your bi-weekly payroll deductions (with a few exceptions). Our team members love this.

What We Expect from You

We are seeking an experienced Powder Coat Paint Specialist to operate and maintain our advanced powder coating paint line. This position is responsible for achieving high-quality finishes on manufactured products through the operation of automated powder coating equipment, manual touch-up painting, color changes, process adjustments, and quality inspections.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with automated powder coating systems and manual powder application techniques. Experience with Nordson powder coating equipment is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor a powder coating line utilizing both automated and manual powder application systems.
• Program, adjust, and troubleshoot automated powder coating equipment to ensure optimum coating quality and transfer efficiency.
• Utilize manual powder coating guns to perform touch-up work and address coverage issues as needed.
• Set up and manage paint recipes, coating programs, and application parameters through computerized control systems.
• Perform color changes, booth cleaning, and equipment maintenance while minimizing downtime.
• Inspect coated parts to ensure compliance with quality standards for appearance, coverage, thickness, and adhesion.
• Troubleshoot coating defects such as light coverage, orange peel, contamination, and uneven finishes.
• Coordinate with production and quality teams to maintain production schedules and coating requirements.
• Monitor powder usage and inventory levels and assist with material management.
• Follow all safety procedures, environmental regulations, and housekeeping standards.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on powder coating equipment, spray guns, pumps, reclaim systems, and associated components.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of powder coating experience in a manufacturing environment. (Sorry, this is NOT an entry level position.)
• Experience operating automated powder coating equipment.
• Experience using manual powder coating spray guns for touch-up and corrective application.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, production schedules, and quality specifications.
• Basic computer skills and experience working with automated equipment controls.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot process-related issues.

Preferred

• Experience with Nordson powder coating systems, including automated spray guns, controllers, pumps, and booth systems.
• Experience programming and adjusting automated paint recipes or coating programs.
• Knowledge of powder coating chemistry, transfer efficiency, and coating thickness measurement.
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday with diligent accountability for your own attendance.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to perform repetitive motions and handle powder coating equipment safely.

Success Factors

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong understanding of powder coating processes and best practices.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to producing high-quality finished products.
• Ability to manage automated systems while maintaining hands-on painting skills.
• Focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• A sense of curiosity, a desire to learn and develop within our company.

Why Join Our Team?

• Opportunity to work with advanced automated powder coating technology.
• Stable manufacturing environment with growth opportunities.
• Collaborative team focused on quality and operational excellence.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package. *We would expect to pay a bit more than we are posting for a truly qualified candidate who can demonstrate their competence and commitment over a brief discovery period.*

Apply today if you have powder coating expertise and are ready to take ownership of a high-performance automated paint line.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• powder painting: 2 years (Preferred)
• production environment: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Butner, NC 27509 (Required)

Work Location: In person