Sheet Metal Finishing Operator - Powder Coat Job Listing at Kelly Services in Farmington, CT (Job ID 10119767)

Description

Kelly Services is hiring a Manufacturing Operator I – Powder Coat in Farmington, CT!

If you enjoy hands-on manufacturing work and take pride in clean, consistent finishes, this role puts you at the center of powder coat production. You'll support all painting-related processes to ensure parts move on time and zero-defect, while working in a fast-paced environment focused on quality and continuous improvement.

You'll join a collaborative manufacturing team that values precision, accountability, and process improvement, with clear pathways for long-term growth.

What You'll Do

• Load parts onto the conveyor line and ensure proper preparation for powder coating (tape, plug, bond, etc.)
• Ensure parts are clean and dry before entering the powder coat spray booth
• Unload parts from the conveyor line and perform 100% quality checks on finished parts
• Handle parts and paperwork carefully to prevent damage, defects, and delays
• Follow rework policies and procedures for defective parts from internal production or customers
• Use tools and equipment such as forklifts, drill press, power drills, air tools, hand grinders/orbital tools, and pressure washers
• Deburr, grind, and clean sheet metal parts requiring touch-up or rework
• Make necessary adjustments to cleaning solutions on the parts wash line
• Assist with paint color changeovers at the spray booths
• Perform routine checks in the powder coat area following standard processes
• Read and understand blueprints and written specifications, including metric measurements
• Support 5S, preventive maintenance, and shop floor management activities
• Contribute to improving powder coating and finishing processes
• Stand for extended periods and lift up to 70 lbs as required

What You'll Bring

• Previous experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment (powder coat experience preferred)
• Knowledge of metal preparation and powder painting is strongly preferred
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong attention to detail with a quality-focused mindset
• Ability to read blueprints and follow written specifications (including metric)
• Familiarity with MS Office, quality systems, or lean manufacturing techniques is a plus
• Two-year technical degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Schedule & Pay

• Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM | Full-Time
• $21.90–$35.56/hr DOE
• Direct Hire | Full Benefits

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company participation
• PTO, sick time, and holiday pay
• Stable, full-time schedule
• Long-term career opportunity within a team-driven manufacturing environment
• Supportive onboarding and ongoing guidance from your Kelly recruiting team

If you have experience in powder coating, paint line operations, or manufacturing finishing work and you're committed to quality and on-time production, apply today to join a high-performance manufacturing operation right here in Farmington.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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