Industrial Painter​/Paint Prep Technician

Compensation: $19.00 - $20.00

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Industrial Painter / Paint Prep Technician
Location:
Nampa,
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00/hr
Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
Full-Time/Temp-Hire
Industrial or Commercial Painting Experience Required Atlas Staffing is seeking an experienced Industrial Painter / Paint Prep Technician for a manufacturing environment in Nampa. This position is responsible for preparing, painting, and finishing a variety of materials including sheet metal, aluminum, steel, acrylic, wood, and sign foam. The ideal candidate has previous industrial or commercial painting experience and understands surface preparation, paint application, color matching, equipment operation, and finish quality.

What You'll Do

• Prepare surfaces for painting through cleaning, sanding, masking, etching, and staging.
• Apply paint, varnish, and other coatings using HVLP spray guns, brushes, and rollers according to specifications.
• Mix and match paint colors to achieve the required color, hue, and finish.
• Apply coatings to sheet metal, aluminum, steel, acrylic, wood, sign foam, and other materials.
• Ensure consistent coverage, adhesion, color, and finish quality.
• Inspect completed work for defects, inconsistencies, and quality issues.
• Read and follow blueprints, job travelers, work orders, and production specifications.
• Properly label products with job numbers and required documentation.
• Maintain, clean, and troubleshoot spray guns, paint equipment, booths, mix rooms, filters, and related equipment.
• Properly use and maintain tools and required respiratory protection.
• Monitor paint and supply inventory and notify leadership when materials need to be replenished.
• Record labor and production activities accurately in company systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area using 5S standards.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and hazardous-material handling practices.
• Assist with shop cleanup, waste removal, and other production activities as needed.
• Work with other departments to keep production moving and meet schedules.

• Previous industrial or commercial painting experience required.
• Experience using HVLP spray guns and other professional painting equipment.
• Knowledge of surface preparation, coatings, paint mixing, color matching, and finishing techniques.
• Experience painting metal, plastic, wood, foam, or similar materials preferred.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints, work orders, and job travelers.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic computer skills for recording production information.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
• Strong organization and ability to prioritize work.
• Commitment to workplace safety and proper PPE use.
• Must be able to meet respirator requirements and safely wear respiratory protection.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequently bend, stoop, squat, reach, push, and pull materials.
• Perform repetitive tasks using hand and power tools.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, including heat, humidity, and cold.
• Work safely in a high-noise environment while wearing required hearing protection.
• Once hired be fit for a mask/respirator with a PFT