Production Painter

Production Painter – Day & Night Shift Put the Finishing Touch on Something Built to Last At Doonan Specialized Trailer, our production team builds high-quality commercial trailers from the ground up. Our Production Painters play an important role in making sure each trailer leaves our facility looking professional and ready for the road.

We're looking for dependable, detail-oriented individuals who take pride in quality workmanship and want to develop valuable skills in a professional manufacturing environment.

Why Join Doonan?

Day and Night Shift opportunities available

Competitive pay based on experience

Up to $24.00 per hour

On-the-job training and skill development

Stable, full-time employment

Opportunities for advancement

Employee bonus and profit-sharing potential

Work in a team-oriented manufacturing environment

Position Summary Doonan Specialized Trailer is seeking motivated and detail-oriented Production Painters to join our manufacturing team on both Day and Night Shifts.

Production Painters are responsible for preparing trailer surfaces and applying paint and protective coatings to large steel and aluminum commercial trailers. This position requires attention to detail, proper surface preparation, and the ability to consistently produce a high-quality finish.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, understands the importance of quality and consistency, and is comfortable working with painting equipment and materials in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Responsibilities Prepare steel and aluminum trailer surfaces for painting

Clean, degrease, sand, grind, and otherwise prepare surfaces as required

Mask and protect areas that should not receive paint or coatings

Mix and prepare paints, primers, and coatings according to specifications

Operate paint guns and other painting equipment

Apply primer, paint, and protective coatings to trailer components and completed trailers

Maintain proper paint coverage, thickness, and finish quality

Inspect completed surfaces for runs, sags, imperfections, and other defects

Perform touch-up and rework as necessary to meet quality standards

Maintain and clean paint guns, hoses, equipment, and work areas

Follow proper procedures for handling, storage, and disposal of paints and chemicals

Follow all company safety procedures and quality requirements

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Qualifications

Previous industrial, automotive, commercial, or production painting experience preferred

Experience with spray painting equipment is a plus Knowledge of surface preparation and paint application techniques

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to work independently and as part of a team Dependable attendance and strong work ethic

Willingness to learn new processes and equipment

Commitment to workplace safety

Physical Requirements This position involves painting large commercial trailers and requires the ability to:

Stand and walk for extended periods

Climb ladders and work on and around large trailers

Bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and work in various positions

Safely operate painting equipment and power tools

Work in a production environment with exposure to paint, coatings, dust, and other manufacturing materials

Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Compensation & Benefits Pay:
Up to $24.00 per hour, depending on experience (+$2 shift differential pay for night shift)
Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) with Company Match up to 4%
Paid Holidays Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employment Requirements Full-time positions available

Day and Night Shift opportunities

Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening, workfit test, and background check

Apply Today If you're looking for a stable manufacturing career where quality craftsmanship matters and you can take pride in seeing your work on the road, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply online through our Careers page or contact Kameron Keener to learn more about joining the Doonan team.
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