Evolution Coatings is looking for a reliable and hardworking Powder Coater to join our growing team.
This is a varied coating role involving alloy wheel refurbishment, custom powder coating and industrial powder coating. Every day can bring different colours, finishes, products and technical challenges.
We work to high quality standards and want someone who takes pride in producing an excellent finish—not someone who is satisfied with work that is simply “good enough.”
Main responsibilities
- Powder coating alloy wheels to a consistently high standard
- Coating custom items and industrial components of different sizes and shapes
- Correctly setting up equipment for different powders, finishes and applications
- Loading and unloading wheels and other items from coating lines, trolleys and curing ovens
- Inspecting completed work and identifying defects before items leave the coating area
- Troubleshooting problems such as poor coverage, contamination, Faraday areas, uneven finishes and other coating issues
- Completing colour changes and keeping coating equipment clean
- Following job instructions, coating specifications and production schedules
- Working efficiently to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Keeping the coating area, equipment and surrounding workspace clean, tidy and organised
- Following all health and safety procedures and using the correct PPE
Physical requirements
This is a physically demanding, hands-on position. The successful applicant must be capable of regularly handling and moving heavy wheels and industrial components, with appropriate equipment and safe manual-handling methods.
The role also involves working in a warm production environment around curing ovens and remaining active for most of the working day. Reasonable adjustments will be considered where appropriate.
What we are looking for
- Reliable, punctual and ready to work
- Hardworking with a strong work ethic
- A genuine interest in powder coating and producing quality work
- Excellent attention to detail
- Able to maintain consistently high standards while working at pace
- Willing to learn, improve and develop new skills and techniques
- Open to feedback and continual improvement
- Able to identify problems and find practical solutions
- Able to work independently when required
- A good team player who communicates well and supports colleagues
- Able to follow processes, instructions and health and safety procedures
- Committed to keeping the workplace clean, organised and efficient
Experience
Previous powder-coating experience is preferred, particularly experience coating alloy wheels, custom items or industrial products.
However, we may consider applicants without direct powder-coating experience if they can demonstrate the right attitude, reliability, practical ability and willingness to learn. Training may be provided to a suitable candidate, subject to our training terms and successful completion of the probationary period.
Experience in any of the following would be advantageous:
- Alloy wheel refurbishment
- Wet spraying or other paint-finishing work
- Shot blasting or surface preparation
- Working with industrial ovens or coating equipment
What we offer
- A varied role covering alloy wheels, custom work and industrial coating
- The opportunity to develop specialist powder-coating skills
- Ongoing learning and improvement
- A supportive team environment
- The opportunity to progress as the business grows
How to apply
Please apply with your CV and a short message answering the following questions:
- What powder-coating, spraying, finishing or practical production experience do you have?
- Why are you interested in this role?
- Are you comfortable with regular manual handling and working in a warm, fast-paced production environment?
- Can you reliably travel to Irlam for your scheduled start time?
We are looking for someone who wants to build a long-term position, continually improve their skills and take genuine pride in the quality of their work.
Pay: £12.71-£14.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
