Summary: Industrial Painters apply paint, varnishes and other coatings to a variety of materials and surfaces. The painter must have many core skills and muli task abilities in reference to painting or coating surfaces. Painters use a variety of techniques and tools to paint surfaces. They must use commercial air spray equipment, airbrushes, stencils, rollers or brushes. Industrial painters must choose the best tool for the job at hand. They paint on primers, pre-finishes and finishing coats.

Essential Functions:

Clean and Prepare Surfaces:Industrial Painters must first prepare the surface they are going to paint. If there are previous finishes on the surface, they remove them using masking, grit blast or chemical rinse. Then, they clean and smooth the surface and let it dry before painting

Prepare Paints: Before starting a job, Industrial Painters prepare the paint they will use. They use measurement equipment such as viscosity cups, thickness gages and gloss gages to check the makeup of the paint, and use their understanding of chemistry to mix the appropriate compounds for the job

Apply Paint & Clean Work Areas: Clean up the area after they have finished a job. They must carefully follow all guidelines for the safe handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals and waste

Maintain Equipment: Industrial Painters are responsible for maintenance of their painting equipment, some of which is quite technical. They must be able to troubleshooting any problems that the equipment may have • Must be able to read and comprehend diagrams/schematics and follow detailed work instructions• Must possess good written and oral communication skills • Must be able to operate a variety of bench, hand and shop tools• Individual must display a conscientious and safe work style• Must be able to follow the direction of a Group Leader and also work as an individual or a team member as the work requires • Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

Competencies: Must possess the following skill sets: Detail-oriented and dependable, a successful Industrial Painter can follow instructions and consistently produce good work. In addition to these general skills and personality traits, candidates must possess the following skills: Experience wet painting using a gun; differentiate between colors; work on multiple priorities with frequent interruptions; and the ability to use hand and power tools and equipment.

Required Education and Experience: Action oriented person with 3-4 Years of verifiable successful experience as an Industrial Painter. High school diploma preferred.

Work Environment: This job operates in a manufacturing environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person