Powder Coat Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Powder Coat Technician$20Job DescriptionThe Powder Coat Technician operates and maintains equipment used in the powder coating process, including parts washers, shot blasters, spray booths, and cure ovens. This role prepares components with masking plates and plugs, supports quality inspection by properly dispositioning parts, and ensures products are processed efficiently and safely under the direction of the Production Supervisor or Senior Powder Coat Technician.

Responsibilities

• Operate powder coat equipment such as parts washers, shot blasters, spray booths, and cure ovens in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assemble and disassemble masking plates and plugs on components before and after the powder coat process, ensuring all masking components are clean and properly installed.
• Handle and move components using a chain hoist to hang and offload parts from the conveyor system.
• Safely operate shop and warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pneumatic tools, hoists, and small hand and power tools.
• Accurately complete manufacturing-related documentation, including production records and any required process forms.
• Disposition parts for quality inspection and organize them for racking in designated areas on the production floor.
• Follow established procedures and safety guidelines while working with machinery and materials in the powder coating operation.
• Work overtime as required to meet customer delivery dates and production schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production, quality, and overall facility operations.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand and work with mechanical systems and components.
• Prior machine operation experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and hoists.
• Proficiency in using basic hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to operate pneumatic tools safely and effectively.
• Capability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete manufacturing documentation accurately.
• Comfort working with powder coating processes and related equipment, including parts washers, shot blasters, spray booths, and cure ovens.
• Ability to handle physical tasks such as moving parts with a chain hoist and working on a production floor for extended periods.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with powder coating operations or finishing processes.
• Background in mechanical assembly or similar hands-on production work.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 certified manufacturing environments.
• Strong attention to detail when assembling and cleaning masking plates and components.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and support on-time completion of customer orders.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed to support production demands.

Why Work Here? You will join a stable organization that offers a long-term opportunity in a growing production environment. The company provides benefits and supports employees with consistent work, hands-on experience, and the chance to develop skills with modern equipment. You will work alongside a team that values safety, reliability, and quality, creating an environment where you can build a lasting career. Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a new facility with an open warehouse and production floor layout.

The area is equipped with fans but is not climate controlled, so temperatures may vary with the seasons. Work takes place around powder coating equipment, conveyor systems, forklifts, hoists, pneumatic tools, and other hand and power tools. The environment is active and industrial, requiring adherence to safety procedures and appropriate work attire suitable for a production floor.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ladson, SC.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Ladson,SC.

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.