Powder Coater Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Powder Coat Technician Job Description The Powder Coat Technician is responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing metal components to meet customer specifications and quality standards. This role requires attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work efficiently in a manufacturing environment. The Powder Coat Technician plays a critical role in ensuring products receive a durable, high-quality finish while supporting production goals and deadlines.

• ResponsibilitiesPrepare metal surfaces for powder coating through cleaning, sanding, masking, and other pre-treatment processes.
• Apply powder coating materials using spray equipment while maintaining proper coverage and finish quality.
• Operate curing ovens and monitor temperature settings to ensure coatings meet required specifications.
• Inspect coated products for defects, finish consistency, thickness, and overall quality standards.
• Perform touch-ups and rework as necessary to achieve customer and company quality expectations.
• Maintain powder coating equipment, spray guns, and work areas in clean and operational condition.
• Read and follow work orders, production schedules, and customer specifications.
• Safely handle and move materials, parts, and finished products throughout the production process.
• Work closely with production, quality, and warehouse teams to ensure on-time completion of orders.
• Follow all safety procedures, environmental guidelines, and company policies related to powder coating operations.
• Essential SkillsExperience in powder coating, painting, finishing, or a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate powder coating equipment and related production machinery.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality finished products.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, and production documentation.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace safety and proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Additional Skills & QualificationsPrevious powder coating experience preferred.
• Experience working with metal fabrication or finishing processes.
• Knowledge of coating thickness measurement tools and quality inspection procedures.
• Forklift or material handling equipment experience is a plus.
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with production goals.

Why Work Here? Stronghold offers a team-oriented manufacturing environment where employees are valued for their contributions and craftsmanship. Team members have opportunities to develop new skills, gain hands-on experience, and grow within the organization. Employees enjoy competitive pay, consistent scheduling, and the opportunity to work on products that support a variety of industries while being part of a company committed to quality and operational excellence.

Work Environment This position is based in a manufacturing facility where metal products are prepared, coated, cured, and inspected. Employees will work around powder coating equipment, curing ovens, material handling equipment, and production machinery. The role requires standing for extended periods, lifting materials as needed, and working in a fast-paced production setting. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, and all employees are expected to follow established safety and quality procedures to ensure a safe and productive workplace.

This is a Contract position based out of Louisville, KY.

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $20.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Louisville,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.