Temporary Coating Inspector Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Powder Coating Technician

Responsibilities

• Clean, sandblast, and prepare parts for coating to ensure proper surface condition and adhesion.
• Measure and mask parts accurately for paint and powder coating preparation according to specifications and drawings.
• Apply powder coating and wet paint using spray guns, HVLP spray systems, and automated equipment while following all process parameters and quality standards.
• Set up, operate, and maintain spray booths, paint booths, curing ovens, and related coating equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Monitor coating thickness, coverage, and finish during application and make necessary adjustments to achieve required results.
• Inspect finished surfaces for uniformity, adhesion, coverage, color accuracy, and defects such as runs, sags, or contamination.
• Perform touch-ups and rework on coated parts when necessary to meet quality requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to understand part specifications, coating requirements, and masking details.
• Use hand and power tools, tape measures, and other shop equipment safely and effectively during preparation and finishing.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all safety procedures related to surface preparation, coating application, and equipment operation.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in industrial painting or powder coating.
• Hands-on experience with surface preparation processes, including cleaning, masking, sandblasting, coating, and curing.
• Proficiency with powder coating systems, spray guns, HVLP spray equipment, and curing ovens.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings to determine coating and masking requirements.
• Skilled in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively for preparation and finishing work.
• Proficiency in using tape measures and basic measuring tools to ensure accurate masking and coverage.
• Ability to perform visual inspections and quality checks on coated parts for defects, coverage, and finish quality.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westminster, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Westminster,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.