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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Application Specialist - **Company:** Gemini Industries - **Location:** El Reno, OK, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $45,000.0 - $65,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Testing, System Testing - **Published:** July 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8d29a7c56eb25468 ## About the Role Technical Expertise * Extensive hands-on experience applying industrial wood coatings, including: * Stains * Lacquers and pre-catalyzed lacquers * Conversion varnishes * Waterborne coatings * Two-component finishes * Strong understanding of coating behavior in production spray environments Spray Equipment Knowledge * Experience with: + Airless and Air-Assisted Airless systems + HVLP and conventional spray guns + Fluid delivery systems (pumps, pressure pots, circulation loops) Equipment & Facility Management * Ability to maintain spray booths, filtration systems, and finishing equipment * Experience maintaining fluid handling systems and spray components * Ability to manage sanding tables and inventories (test panels, abrasives, sundries) Analytical & Troubleshooting Skills * Ability to identify and resolve application issues such as: + Orange peel + Dry spray + Poor atomization + Film defects and inconsistent build * Strong observational, evaluation, and documentation skills Cross-Functional Collaboration * Proven ability to work with Product Management, R&D/Laboratory teams, Technical Service, Sales, and OEM representatives * Ability to translate technical findings into actionable insights across teams, * Hands-on, practical problem solver * High attention to detail in application testing * Ability to translate laboratory concepts into real-world performance * Strong organizational and documentation discipline * Collaborative mindset across technical and commercial teams * Adhere to all safety regulations and procedures., * 5+ years of experience in industrial wood finishing or coatings application * Experience working with OEM wood manufacturers or production finishing environments * Familiarity with coating evaluation protocols and testing methods * Strong mechanical aptitude for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the role, with reasonable accommodations available as needed. * Ability to sit, stand, walk, and work in office, laboratory, manufacturing, and customer environments. * Occasional lifting or movement of materials up to 50 pounds. * Ability to use hands for handling equipment and tools. * Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception. * Ability to travel as required to customer sites, suppliers, and company facilities. ## Description The Application Specialist supports the development, evaluation, and technical validation of industrial wood coating systems. This role serves as a critical bridge between Product Management, Laboratory Development, Technical Service, and Sales to ensure coatings perform consistently in real-world spray environments. This position will lead and support spray application testing, competitive benchmarking, internal product evaluations, and field problem-solving. This position also maintains application equipment and spray facilities. The role requires deep, hands-on expertise in wood coating spray techniques, fluid delivery systems, and industrial finishing equipment. The Application Specialist plays a key part in supporting lab initiatives, new product launches, and continuous improvement projects., Application Testing & Product Evaluation * Conduct spray application testing for new product development, reformulations, and product improvements * Perform internal product evaluations and competitive benchmarking * Document coating performance, including: + Dry-to-handle, dry-to-sand, and dry-to-stack times + Atomization and transfer efficiency + Sanding quality, flow and leveling, feel and slip + Defect identification, film build, and overall appearance * Evaluate stain applications including wipe ease, spray/no-wipe methods, color development, and dry times * Partner with Product Management and Laboratory teams to translate formulations into real-world performance Spray Equipment & Facility Management * Maintain and manage spray booths, finishing equipment, and testing environments * Set up and operate industrial spray systems, including: + Airless + Air-Assisted Airless + HVLP + Conventional spray systems * Maintain fluid delivery systems such as pumps, pressure pots, and circulation systems * Ensure all equipment is calibrated, functioning properly, and operating safely * Follow all EHS standards, including recordkeeping and waste disposal procedures Cross-Functional Technical Support * Collaborate with Sales, Technical Service, Product Management, and Laboratory teams * Troubleshoot application challenges during trials and evaluations * Provide practical application insights to improve product formulation and performance * Support product launches with spray parameters, application guidelines, and best practices Competitive & Market Evaluation * Conduct spray testing of competitor coatings * Provide structured feedback on: + Sprayability + Appearance and finish quality + Film build + Defect resistance + Production suitability * Communicate overall user experience comparisons between Gemini products and competitors Product Development Support * Assist in coating system validation for new product launches * Establish application parameters and recommended equipment settings * Support development of technical documentation and product positioning ## Related Videos - [How To Test A Ball of Mud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/173-how-to-test-a-ball-of-mud) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Testing applications in a regtest development environment with the ElectrumSV SDK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/147-testing-applications-in-a-regtest-development-environment-with-the-electrumsv-sdk) - [Testing web3 applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/878-testing-web3-applications) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) ## Related Articles - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development)