Job#: 3036098 Job Description: Technical Support Tech - Technical Support Tech III
Location: Seattle, Washington (Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract
Role Overview
A position is available for a Powder Coating Technician to perform powder coating operations on manufactured components. The role involves applying powder coatings to parts produced through various methods, ensuring high-quality surface finishes that meet specifications. This position requires attention to detail, knowledge of coating processes, and the ability to operate coating equipment safely and effectively.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply powder coatings to manufactured components using electrostatic spray guns.
- Perform surface preparation including cleaning, degreasing, and media blasting.
- Mask parts to protect critical features and threads from coating.
- Load and unload parts from coating racks and fixtures.
- Operate curing ovens and monitor temperature profiles.
- Inspect coated parts for quality defects and measure coating thickness.
- Operate and maintain powder coating equipment including spray booths, electrostatic guns, and curing ovens.
- Verify coating quality meets customer specifications and color standards.
- Handle parts carefully and maintain an organized work area.
- Follow all safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Required Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: 1+ years of powder coating experience or equivalent technical training.
Skills: Knowledge of powder coating processes and equipment. Ability to identify coating defects and quality issues. Proficiency with coating thickness measurement tools. Strong attention to detail and good manual dexterity. Basic computer skills for documentation. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of powder coating experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Technical certification or vocational training in coating technology.
- Experience with electrostatic spray application and surface preparation techniques.
- Familiarity with color matching and multiple coating types (polyester, epoxy, hybrid).
- Experience in contract manufacturing or high-mix production environments.
- Forklift certification.
Compensation & Benefits
The pay rate for this position is between $26.00 and $36.00 per hour. Specific compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other factors. A benefits package may be available to eligible employees.
EEO Employer
Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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