Denis Taragos

Highly skilled Powder Coater with 8 years of experience delivering high-quality finishes on metal and alloy components within fast-paced manufacturing environments. Proven track record of maintaining consistent coating standards, reducing rework, and meeting tight production deadlines. Licensed forklift operator and full UK Category B driver. Adaptable, reliable, and quick to master new equipment and production systems.

Powder Coater at Almit specialist coating (2025-06 – Present)

• Applied powder coating finishes to a variety of metal products, achieving high-quality standards.
• Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment to prevent downtime and ensure high-quality output.
• Applied finish, coat or plate on sample surfaces to test quality, thickness and strength of layering.

Powder Coater at Motorcool services (2025-02 – 2025-06)

• Wore protective gear for protection against harmful or hazardous chemicals and metals.
• Measured thickness of plating using micrometres, callipers or other devices and adjusted equipment configuration to achieve target coating.

Powder Coater at Permit Industry (2023-01 – 2024-02)

• Applied powder coating finishes to a variety of metal products, achieving high-quality standards.
• Maintained a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety protocols.
• Finished, coated or plated metal parts, improving resistance to corrosion and abrasion or for decorative purposes.

Powder Coater at Various Manufacturing Companies

• Applied powder coating to a wide range of metal and alloy components including panels, fabricated parts, and custom items.
• Consistently delivered high-quality finishes with minimal defects, reducing rework and improving efficiency.
• Met and exceeded daily production targets in fast-paced workshop environments.
• Prepared surfaces using sanding, cleaning, masking, and pre-treatment processes to ensure maximum coating durability.
• Operated and monitored curing ovens to maintain correct temperatures and consistent finishes.
• Carried out detailed quality inspections to meet company and customer standards.
• Maintained a clean and safe working environment in line with health & safety regulations.
• Operated indoor forklift to transport materials and finished products safely and efficiently.
• Quickly adapted to new machinery and production systems with minimal supervision.

SVQ Level 3 in Public service – Middlesbrough collage (2015-09 – 2017-09)