Painter - Night Shift

SUMMARY

The Painter is responsible for preparing, painting, and finishing manufactured products to meet quality, appearance, and customer specifications. This role requires strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and adherence to safety and quality standards. The Painter ensures products are properly coated using approved methods and equipment while maintaining an organized and safe work environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Load and unload products onto and off the paint line safely and efficiently.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, including cleaning, masking, and removing previous coatings as required.
• Apply paint using appropriate equipment such as spray guns and rattle cans.
• Follow Manufacturing Orders (MOs), blueprints, and written or verbal instructions to ensure correct application and coverage.
• Inspect finished products to ensure proper coating thickness, finish quality, and appearance standards are met.
• Handle materials efficiently and safely to prevent damage to products or equipment.
• Maintain paint equipment and workstations in proper working order.
• Follow all facility safety procedures, including PPE requirements and proper handling of chemicals and coatings.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe paint area in accordance with housekeeping standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support production needs.

EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED required
  Basic understanding of mechanical systems and roll forming processes is a plus

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least six (6) months of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Previous industrial or production painting experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to read blueprints and utilize a tape measure.
• Ability to follow operating instructions and safety procedures consistently.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Lift up to 65 lbs. at waist level and 30 lbs. at shoulder level on an occasional basis.
• Push or pull up to 60 lbs. of force on an occasional basis.

• Generate up to 65 lbs. of grip strength and 15 lbs. of pinch strength on an occasional basis.

• Stand continuously and walk frequently throughout the shift.

• Reach, stoop, kneel, or squat on an occasional basis.
• Perform elevated work occasionally.
• Perform repetitive tasks for up to 10 hours per day.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, fumes, and paint-related materials.

COMPETENCIES –

• Attention to Detail:Ensures paint quality, consistency, and appearance meet specifications.
• Safety Awareness:Follows all safety rules and properly uses PPE and paint equipment.
• Manual Dexterity:Demonstrates good hand-eye coordination and control when applying coatings.
• Reliability:Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent work performance.
• Communication:Effectively communicates with supervisors and team members.
• Teamwork:Works cooperatively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.