Overview
Coater / Painter
Location: Lubbock, TX
Department: Coating Specialists
Pay: $15-$17
Shift: First
Position Summary
The Coater/Painter is responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing a variety of materials using industrial painting techniques. This role requires experience in powder coating and other finishing processes, along with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare parts and materials for coating, including cleaning, masking, blasting, and pre-treatment processes
- Apply coatings using powder coat, wet paint, Cerakote, hydro dipping, and other finishing techniques
- Set up and operate coating equipment such as spray guns, hoppers, and booth systems
- Monitor coating processes to ensure proper thickness, adhesion, and finish quality
- Inspect coated parts visually and with quality control tools to ensure specifications are met
- Mix and adjust coatings for proper flow, viscosity, and coverage
- Cure or bake coated parts according to material and process requirements
- Load and unload parts onto fixtures or racks safely and efficiently
- Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and minor repairs on coating equipment
- Follow all safety guidelines, quality standards, and company procedures
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment as needed
- Provide professional and courteous interaction with team members, vendors, and customers
Skills and Experience
Qualifications
- Strong background in powder coating and/or industrial painting
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
- Dependable, motivated, and team-oriented
Education & Experience
- Minimum 2 years of coating, painting, or related manufacturing experience
- High school diploma or GED preferred (or equivalent experience)
- Forklift experience preferred
Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of coating systems, including thermosetting resins and surface preparation methods
- Basic mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills
- Ability to follow technical instructions and process guidelines
- Basic math skills (measurements, ratios, and material calculations)
- Strong problem-solving and attention to detail
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout the shift
- Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes
- Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, and dust
- Visual ability to inspect coatings and identify defects
Benefits
Don't miss this chance to enhance your experience in a production environment while enjoying competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Weekly pay
- $5 prescription drugs
- $5 doctor's visit copays
- Free teledoctor service
- Free counseling services
- Life insurance included
- Vision insurance included
- Dental insurance included
- Vacation and holiday pay
- Scholarship Opportunities
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Free legal services
- Our unbeatable employee discount program
Apply now so we can hold a spot for you. We can’t wait to talk to you!
––Your Ōnin team
