Industrial Painter

Fabtration LLC is now Hiring Industrial Painters!!
Fabtration LLC is a steel manufacturing company that has been fabricating custom engineered projects for customers in the material handling, asphalt and automotive industries for over 15 years. We are currently seeking a skilled industrial painter to paint the large scale steel machinery manufactured on site according to customer specs.

Fabtration is currently seeking a detail-oriented individual to complete our projects by priming, sanding, and painting our products. The ideal candidate for this role will have an eye for quality and be able to see small details like paint runs, chips, spatter and color discrepancies. The person in this position will also keep the paint station clean and organized to maintain the longevity of our paint systems as well as limiting the amount of paint waste by utilizing the paint tools and products efficiently.

In this role, you may be asked to do other general labor tasks such as assisting with machine operating, forklift operating, overhead crane use, etc. The machinery built at Fabtration is large and often takes weeks to manufacture before it can be painted. While we are efficient in our manufacturing process, there may be work days that involve work other than painting. The person filling this position's main role will be to paint manufactured material per customer specs.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare the surfaces of each project by sanding, wiping, cleaning and inspecting the project to make sure it is complete and ready to move beyond the fabrication stage of production.
• Operate airless paint spraying equipment to apply paint and primer effectively and smoothly with no runs, spatter or chips.
• Use measuring instruments and basic math skills to mix hardeners, thinners, paints and primers with accurate ratios according to product specs.
• Handle materials safely using forklifts and cranes to transport parts for painting.
• Follow safety protocols related to welding, machining, and the use of hot work during painting processes.

What we are looking for:

• Proficiency with industrial painting methods such as airless painting systems
• Mechanical knowledge related to fabrication, machining, and welding are a plus.
• Experience operating forklifts and cranes a plus
• Strong understanding of materials handled within steel manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and equipment care
• Ability to manage time and give accurate estimates for when a paint job may be completed
• Experience with the operations of Graco painting systems is a plus!

Starting pay for this position is based off experience!

There are plenty of ways to apply! If you are interested in the Industrial Painter position at Fabtration, please either respond to this job posting on indeed with your resume, call our office at (812) 590-1647, or visit us on site at 526 Maplewood Blvd. Georgetown, IN 47122, where there are applications ready to be filled out! We accept walk ins!

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Georgetown, IN 47122 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20