**Job Title: Powder Coater** Job Description Set-up and run powder coat line, coating a variety of parts to cosmetic standards and Q-chips. Creates quality color chips for production controls based on manufacturer, color, and texture of the surface. Manages powder inventory and supervises powder coat helpers to a certain degree. Advises on proper surface finishes as needed to achieve powder coat cosmetics. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities + Follow department standard operating procedures. + Direct loading of carriers of parts to and from the phosphate line for cleaning. + Rack/un-rack and mask/un-mask parts on the powder line. + Powder coat all parts with powder equipment. + Manage parts and equipment through the baking/curing cycle. + Finish parts as directed and inspect product to cosmetic standards at each step of the process. + Load/unload materials, parts, or products onto or from pallets, skids, conveyor, or trucks, either manually or using a hoist. + Follow established safety protocols including required usage of PPE and help maintain a safe working environment. + Keep work area clean and organized. + Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Skills + 3 years of experience working on a powder coat line, utilizing all equipment and procedures of the powder coat cycle. + Basic math and measurement skills. + Operate grinding/finishing equipment with proper grit media. + Strong attention to detail. + Ability to correctly surface prep product to a cosmetic finish. + Dependability, honesty & integrity, a positive, proactive attitude. + Ability to use time productively, working with minimal supervision both individually and as part of a team. + Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. + Ability to work overtime as required. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Painting + Powder coating + Paint prep + Industrial painting + Use of hand tools + General labor experience Why Work Here? This role offers a low-stress workplace with steady business and a great work/life balance. Employees benefit from a quarterly bonus, profit sharing 401k with a 60-day waiting period, and health plan benefits with a 30-day waiting period. The company aims to foster a culture where team members are reliable, dependable, and contribute positively while building their careers. Work Environment The work environment is a clean machine shop and manufacturing setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tualatin, Oregon. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Tualatin,OR. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2025. **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.