Paint Assistant

Join our team and help keep production running smoothly! As a Paint Assistant on our Powder Coat Paint Line, you’ll play a key role in preparing, painting, and finishing parts to ensure a high-quality final product.

• Prepare parts for painting (plug holes, tape, mask surfaces)
• Hang parts using proper hooks and spacing for optimal coating
• Inspect finished parts for quality (runs, sags, missed areas)
• Remove parts from the line and stack safely to prevent damage
• Clean and maintain paint line equipment and tools
• Record wastewater discharge and pH readings as needed
• Safely operate equipment such as hoists, forklifts, or power buggies (as assigned)
• Handle machinery and materials with care and attention to detail
• Support the team with additional duties as assigned
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance

• No prior experience required — we’ll train you!
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to read, write, and follow basic instructions and safety guidelines
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide; understand ratios and measurements)
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• Comfortable using hand tools and air-powered tools
• Ability to operate or learn to operate a hoist and material handling equipment
• Team player with good communication skills

• Ability to stand and walk for up to 10 hours per shift
• Frequent use of hands for handling, gripping, and reaching
• Occasional bending, kneeling, or crouching
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, industrial environment
• Ability to work around noise, chemicals, and manufacturing equipment (hearing protection required)

• Exposure to industrial materials such as paint, cleaners, fuels, and hydraulic fluids
• Loud environment with required safety equipment
• Repetitive lifting overhead
• Safety-focused culture with proper training and PPE provided

• Pay wage: $19/hour
• Shift: Day Shift (5am-3:30pm)
• 9 paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off – accrues at a rate of 4 weeks per year to start
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Excellent Benefits Package for Full Time Employees that starts the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire date including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Flex Spending, Accidental Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance & Legal Insurance
• Retirement Planning – 401(k) plan including Discretionary Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 a year
• Employee Referral Program

Employment is subject to pre‑employment physical, drug‑screening and background investigation. E‑Verify is used to verify a candidate’s legal right to work in the U.S.

Multiquip Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected class.

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