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Job Title: Powder Coating Production Technician
Job Description

This role focuses on performing all pre- and post-powder-coating activities to support the production of high-quality fitness equipment components. You will prepare, coat, and inspect parts in accordance with established quality standards to ensure finished products meet or exceed customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Perform all pre-powder-coating tasks, including preparing parts, organizing materials, and setting up equipment according to established procedures.
• Operate powder coating equipment and sprayers to apply coatings consistently and accurately to parts and assemblies.
• Carry out post-powder-coating activities such as curing, cooling, and handling coated parts to maintain finish quality.
• Inspect coated parts visually and dimensionally to verify they meet company quality standards and customer requirements.
• Use hand and power tools safely to prepare, finish, and adjust parts during the coating process.
• Read and follow basic blueprints or work instructions to understand part requirements and coating specifications.
• Work effectively in a team environment, following established production procedures and contributing to a smooth workflow.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support efficient production and safe operations.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including the use of required personal protective equipment, especially hearing protection.
• Handle materials and parts safely, including lifting, reaching, and repetitive motions, while adhering to ergonomic practices.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of general production and general labor experience.
• At least 6 months of experience using hand and power tools.
• Ability to use power tools safely and effectively.
• Good eye for detail and ability to identify defects or inconsistencies in coated parts.
• Basic math skills, including addition and subtraction, to support measurements and counts.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with parts, units, and assemblies.
• Ability to follow established procedures in a team-oriented production environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with powder coating, painting, or industrial coating processes.
• Familiarity with production environments involving coating, spraying, or general manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints or work instructions.
• Comfort working with general production equipment and tools in an industrial setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join a production team that creates innovative fitness products used in both commercial facilities and homes, contributing to equipment that supports health and wellness. The work environment emphasizes teamwork, consistency, and adherence to quality standards, giving you the opportunity to develop and refine hands-on industrial and mechanical skills. A structured schedule provides predictable hours, while the variety of tasks in pre- and post-coating activities helps keep the workday engaging and dynamic.

Work Environment

This role is based in an industrial production setting focused on manufacturing fitness equipment components using powder coating processes. You will work near moving equipment and machinery and perform frequent lifting up to 35 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, as well as reaching and repetitive motions throughout the shift. The area is noisy, and hearing protection is required as part of standard safety practices. The typical schedule runs from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday, with additional work anticipated on Fridays, providing a consistent daytime work pattern in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Owatonna, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.75 - $18.75/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Owatonna,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

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.

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.