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Coating Prep

Posted about 1 month ago

OfficeBuffalo, NY40k - 44k USD
GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems.
 
We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn-key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.
 
GTI Values: Safey I Quality I Customer Obsession I Speed I Agility 

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Coating Prep to join our team! If you have experience with surface preparation, abrasive blasting, sanding, masking, and metal finishing in an industrial environment, we encourage you to apply.

### Key Responsibilities

Surface Preparation & Material Handling

  • Preparing metal surfaces for coating through sanding, grinding, cleaning, masking, and abrasive blasting.
  • Ensuring parts are properly cleaned and free of contaminants prior to coating application.
  • Assisting with masking and protecting surfaces to meet coating specifications.
  • Loading, hanging, and staging parts for the coating and blasting process.
  • Moving materials through production manually or with forklifts.
  • Equipment & Process Support

    • Operating and maintaining abrasive blasting equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
    • Cleaning and maintaining prep areas, blasting equipment, and related tools.
    • Supporting coating operations by preparing materials and work areas for painters/coaters.
    • Following safety procedures and maintaining compliance with PPE and shop safety standards.
    • Reading and following work instructions, Product Data Sheets (PDS), and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
### Requirements
  • 2+ years of experience in industrial surface preparation, abrasive blasting, or metal finishing
  •  Knowledge of surface preparation methods for industrial coatings
  •  Experience using hand tools, grinders, sanders, and blasting equipment
  •  Ability to safely handle and move materials in a manufacturing environment
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing, coatings prep, or fabrication environments
  • Familiarity with abrasive blast cleaning standards and surface profile requirements
  • Forklift experience preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain quality standards
  •  Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
  • ### Benefits & Perks

    GTI Energy offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:

     

    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
    • 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
    • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
    • Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements
    • Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
    • Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization
    • Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects
    • Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership
    • Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

     

    Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.

    GTI promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all employees and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.
     
    Job details
    Workplace
    Office
    Location
    Buffalo, NY
    Salary
    40k - 44k USD
    per year
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    GTI Fabrication is a leading U.S.-based contract manufacturer specializing in complex steel enclosures and fully integrated systems for Energy Storage (BESS), Power Generation, Modular LNG, Data Centers, Defense, and Offshore markets. Founded in 2015 in Buffalo, NY, GTI has rapidly expanded with advanced manufacturing facilities in Buffalo, Phoenix, and Monterrey, offering over 1,000,000 sq. ft. of combined production space. Our capabilities span structural steel fabrication, precision welding, powder coating, mechanical and electrical integration, battery integration, and end-of-line testing—all under one roof. We are an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer and one of the only LRQA and ABS-approved ISO shipping container factories in the U.S., ensuring full TAA/BAA compliance for government and defense contracts. At GTI, we believe in long-term partnerships over vendor relationships. Our engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams work side-by-side with customers to bring complex products from prototype to mass production—on time, on budget, and at scale. Key Capabilities ✔ U.S. and Mexico-based Manufacturing ✔ BESS Enclosure Fabrication & Integration ✔ ISO Container Customization & Certification (CSC, ABS, LRQA) ✔ Power Gen Packaging & Modular Data Centers ✔ Busbar, Wire Harness, and Battery Module Assembly ✔ Robotic Welding & Automation ✔ Full-Service Engineering & Prototyping ✔ High Volume Manufacturing

    Employees
    233
    Industry
    Manufacturing
    Headquarters
    Buffalo, NY
    Founded
    2015
    Company location
    3100 Lake Shore Road, Buffalo, NY 14219, US

    Key team members

    Anthony Adragna

    Anthony Adragna

    Christopher Rossi

    Christopher Rossi

    Shane Kemplin

    Shane Kemplin

    Brad Gallion

    Brad Gallion

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