What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paint Prep Specialist position at SlingShot Connections?
About the job
The Painter operates and maintains coating equipment to ensure high-quality finishes, consistent
results, and a safe, clean working environment.
We're looking for someone who
● Has experience with various coating application techniques and powder coating equipment
● Can read, understand, and follow written instructions, technical data sheets (TDS), and DPPI forms
● Can apply basic shop mathematics and follow coating specifications for thickness, mixing, and curing
● Can identify defective parts, recognize opportunities for improvement, and communicate concerns to supervisors and engineering
● Can work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining consistent quality
● Can operate and program powder coating machines and adjust equipment settings as needed
● Can perform adhesion testing and create paint chips according to established instructions
● Can use hand tools and industrial painting equipment, including sanders and grinders
● Can maintain and clean paint guns, powder coating machines, booths, and ovens
● Can follow safety procedures, wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), and use dust masks or respirators when applying powder or liquid coatings
● Can maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace by following 6S practices
● Can train and support less experienced painters to improve their skills
Preferred qualifications
● Has at least 2 years of experience in paint preparation, masking, and racking or hanging techniques
● Has at least 2 years of experience performing daily coating operations
● Has a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
What you'll do
● Operate painting and powder coating equipment, adjusting settings to meet coating requirements
● Prepare parts for coating, including masking, racking, and hanging
● Follow technical data sheets and process instructions to achieve the required coating thickness, mixing ratios, and curing results
● Inspect parts for defects and notify leadership of malfunctioning equipment or quality concerns
● Maintain customer and internal quality requirements
● Perform adhesion testing and create paint chips according to established procedures
● Assist with creating DPPI forms during new product introduction (NPI) stages
● Clean and maintain paint guns, powder coating machines, booths, and ovens
● Use hand tools, sanders, grinders, and other industrial painting equipment as needed
● Follow all company and departmental policies, procedures, and safety practices
● Maintain a clean and organized work area while practicing 6S
● Perform repetitive tasks while maintaining attention to detail and consistent quality
● Support the training and development of less experienced painters
● Perform other related duties as assigned based on business needs
SlingShot Connections provides contract staffing, direct hire placement, executive search recruitment, payroll services, and customized staffing solutions for numerous verticals, including accounting & finance, hospitality, human resources, and many more.
Salary : $20 - $24