What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paint Support position at Tipton Structural Fabrication?
We are looking for a dependable, hardworking individual to join our production team in a Paint Support position.
This is a hands-on role responsible for preparing structural steel for painting, moving materials, and assisting our industrial painters with daily operations.
No previous industrial painting experience is required. We are willing to train the right person.
What You'll Do
- Clean and prepare structural steel and fabricated components for priming and painting.
- Use grinders, scrapers, abrasive pads, and hand tools to prepare steel surfaces.
- Assist painters with organizing, staging, and prioritizing materials for painting.
- Move steel materials into and out of the painting area using forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
- Inspect material markings and follow shop drawings and work instructions.
- Help ensure materials are properly prepared before paint is applied.
- Assist with painting operations and serve as backup to the painter as trained.
- Coordinate with yard personnel to move finished materials to designated storage areas.
- Perform routine forklift inspections and maintain material-handling equipment.
- Keep painting equipment and preparation tools clean and in good working condition.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Accurately record production time and job information.
- Work with team members to meet production schedules and quality standards.
- Assist with other shop activities as needed.
What We're Looking For
- Dependable, hardworking, and willing to learn.
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- Ability to follow instructions and work well with others.
- Comfortable working with hand tools, grinders, and industrial equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
- Willingness to learn how to read shop drawings and blueprints.
- Ability to obtain forklift certification.
- Previous manufacturing, material handling, forklift, or painting experience is a plus but not required.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and handling materials.
- Comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment with machinery, noise, dust, and paint fumes.
- Ability to safely perform job duties while wearing required personal protective equipment.
- Willingness to work overtime as needed.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person