Industrial Painter

Overview

Industrial Paint Lead
Opti Staffing | West Salem, OR Area
Pay: $25-$35/hr doe
Schedule: Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm

Opti Staffing is hiring an Industrial Paint Lead for a well-established machinery and heavy equipment manufacturer in the West Salem area. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for leading daily paint operations, maintaining quality and safety standards, and supporting production flow in a fast-paced industrial environment.

The ideal candidate is an experienced industrial painter who can lead by example
, mentor team members, and ensure high-quality finishes on complex machinery and components.

• Lead and support daily operations within the industrial paint department
• Assign work, prioritize jobs, and ensure production schedules are met
• Perform hands-on industrial painting of machinery, components, and assemblies
• Prepare surfaces through blasting, cleaning, masking, and priming
• Apply industrial coatings using airless, air-assist, and electrostatic spray systems
• Mix and apply coatings per manufacturer specifications, including proper mil thickness
• Inspect finished products for quality, coverage, adhesion, and finish consistency
• Troubleshoot paint defects and recommend corrective actions
• Train and mentor painters on proper techniques, safety practices, and quality standards
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and PPE requirements
• Maintain paint equipment, spray booths, and work areas
• Coordinate with supervisors, production, and quality teams to support workflow

• 4+ years of industrial painting experience (machinery, heavy equipment)
• Prior lead, foreman, or senior painter experience strongly preferred
• Experience painting machinery with complex geometries, tight tolerances, and “nooks and crannies”
• Knowledge of industrial coatings such as epoxies, urethanes, and zinc-rich primers (Carboline experience a plus)
• Familiarity with SP surface prep standards and paint mil thickness requirements
• Experience using airless, air-assist, and electrostatic spray equipment
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, specs, and paint procedures
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work in a team-oriented environment

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a reputable manufacturer
• Leadership role with hands-on responsibility
• Supportive management and team-oriented culture
• Opportunities for advancement as the department grows

Next Steps:
If you are interested, please apply with a resume and call Kacie  or Ricky at