Michael Hobbs
Fort Mitchell
Summary
Coatings Specialist with extensive experience, skilled in powder coating, pretreatment application and quality control. Proven track record in optimizing processes and training teams, enhancing operational efficiency. Expertise in chemical titration testing and environmental compliance, ensuring adherence to industry standards while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Powder Coating Technician
Mazak
10.2025 - Current
- Operated and maintained coating equipment for optimal performance.
- Monitored curing processes to achieve desired finish consistency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain safety and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows.
- Set up and operated powder coating and assorted power and hand tools.
- Held or positioned spray guns to direct spray onto articles.
Aerospace Coating Technician
Faxon Machining
06.2021 - 10.2025
- Operated coating machinery to ensure proper application and adherence of coatings.
- Performed quality inspections on coated products to maintain high standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize coating processes and reduce waste.
- Maintained equipment and tools, ensuring readiness for production tasks.
- Monitored inventory levels of coating materials, facilitating timely replenishment orders.
- Documented process changes and results to support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conducted coating weight testing to ensure proper coating was being applied to production parts.
- Performed labratory chemical titration test.
- Used overhead crane to move parts between tanks.
- Treated and tested wastewater.
Coatings Specialist
Mubea Precision Springs
08.2001 - 06.2021
- Executed coating applications using advanced spray systems to ensure high-quality finishes.
- Analyzed coating processes to identify areas for efficiency improvements and waste reduction.
- Trained new team members on coating techniques and safety protocols to enhance operational knowledge.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop custom coating solutions for specialized spring products.
- Implemented quality control measures, ensuring adherence to industry standards and customer specifications.
- Trained others on operation and setup of powder coat operations.
- Traveled to new facilities to train new hires and assist with production start-up.
- Performed chemical titration test.
- Tested paint thickness using Elcometer.
- Treated and tested wastewater.
Education
No Degree -
Alice Lloyd College
Pippa Passes, KYHigh School Diploma -
James A Cawood High School
Harlan, KY05-1996
Skills
- Powder coating application
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control measures
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Coating weight testing
- Chemical titration testing
- Wastewater treatment
- Team training and leadership
- Overhead crane operation
- Forklift Operation
- Coating thickness measurement
- Hazardous materials handling
- Environmental compliance
Timeline
Powder Coating Technician
Mazak
10.2025 - Current
Aerospace Coating Technician
Faxon Machining
06.2021 - 10.2025
Coatings Specialist
Mubea Precision Springs
08.2001 - 06.2021
No Degree -
Alice Lloyd College
High School Diploma -
James A Cawood High School