Painter

Industrial Painter

This role focuses on painting forklift parts and frames in a high-volume manufacturing plant using both powder coat and two-part paint systems. You will prepare metal components, operate painting equipment, and ensure all parts meet strict quality and color specifications while following safety procedures in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Apply powder coat and two-part paint to forklift components, including frames and related parts, according to specified color, thickness, and finish requirements.
• Perform all necessary prep work such as cleaning, sanding, and sandblasting parts to ensure proper paint adhesion and a high-quality finish.
• Load and unload parts onto and from conveyor lines, coordinating with production flow to keep paint operations running efficiently.
• Set up, operate, and adjust spray guns, paint booths, and related industrial painting equipment to achieve consistent, high-quality coatings.
• Maintain correct paint colors, mixes, and specifications by following work instructions and production documentation.
• Inspect painted parts for defects, coverage, and finish quality, and make adjustments or rework as needed to meet quality standards.
• Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance on spray equipment, paint booths, and work areas to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Use air tools, hand tools, and an overhead crane (as needed) to move, position, and handle parts safely and efficiently.
• Follow all safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Apply basic math skills and follow written and verbal work instructions to complete tasks accurately and on schedule.
• Support production targets by working efficiently in a fast-paced environment and coordinating with other team members on the shop floor.

Essential Skills

• Industrial painting experience using spray guns and paint booths in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Hands-on experience with powder coating and industrial paint application.
• Proficiency in using spray guns, air tools, and hand tools for coating and general production tasks.
• Ability to operate an overhead crane occasionally to move and position parts safely.
• Experience with prep work, including cleaning, sanding, and sandblasting metal components.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, twisting, and standing for long periods.
• Basic math skills and the ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions and production documentation.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and PPE requirements in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail and quality, with the ability to maintain consistent color, coverage, and finish on painted parts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in industrial paint, coating, or production environments.
• Experience working on fast-paced production lines, particularly in fabrication, paint, or assembly areas.
• Comfort performing general labor tasks associated with coating, production, and material handling.
• Strong focus on meeting quality standards and production targets while maintaining safety.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different paint systems, equipment, and processes as needed.

Why Work Here?

You will join a benefits-forward employer that offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with paid time off for vacation and holidays. The benefits package includes life insurance with options for supplemental coverage and access to wellness programs and health resources. External rankings place the overall benefits in the top tier of the industry, positioning them among the top 5% compared with peers.

This environment supports your long-term well-being while rewarding your contribution to a high-performance manufacturing operation.

Work Environment

This position is based on a heavy manufacturing shop floor focused on forklift production, with fast-paced fabrication, paint, and assembly lines. The work is hands-on and physically demanding, involving standing for most of the shift, lifting, bending, and repetitive motion. You will work around industrial painting equipment, including spray guns,…