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Paint Shop - General Laborer

Snyder Engineering, Inc.
Columbia, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026

Job Summary
Snyder Engineering, Inc. is a multifaceted steel fabrication company specializing in structural steel, stairs, handrails, and miscellaneous metals. We are seeking a hard‑working, reliable General Laborer to support our fabrication and paint shop operations. This role involves physical work, equipment operation, and assisting with daily shop tasks to keep production running smoothly.

Key Duties

  • Assist with painting and sandblasting tasks
  • Use hand and power tools safely and effectively
  • Load/unload trucks and transport materials between buildings
  • Operate forklifts and skid steers (training available if needed)
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
  • Assist with wood‑burning heat system and general shop upkeep
  • Perform inventory checks and keep tools/supplies organized
  • Conduct basic maintenance on forklifts, paint sprayers, and pumps
  • Complete safety checks on equipment and systems
  • Pick up materials and run errands as needed
  • Move fabricated materials from the shop to the paint area
  • Manage consumables and report needed parts to supervisors
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Strong attention to detail; alert, focused, and safety‑minded
  • Physically able to lift up to 75 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks
  • Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and reach throughout the shift
  • Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, or skid steers
  • Dependable, self‑motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team
  • Good stress management and ability to follow instructions
  • Reliable transportation

Equal Employment Opportunity

We’re an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18

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