Paint Associate

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UT Direct Wholesale Full Time Vineyard, UT, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $17.00 To $20.00 Hourly

At Allied, we are driven by our Why:
Bring Brands to Life . This guiding principle fuels our passion and commitment to helping brands develop identity and belonging in the community, create a great first impression for their business, and share their vision with the world.

Our Core Values:

Customer Focus:
Delivering the best customer experience.

Heart:
Caring deeply about our team members

Dedication:
Completing what we’ve committed to every day

Improvement:
Striving to improve how we complete our work

Stewardship:
Utilizing time, money, and materials to eliminate waste

Accountability:
Making decisions with confidence and owning consequences

If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact, driven by innovation, and thrive in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, join us at Allied Electric Sign & Awning as we embark on this exciting journey to Bring Brands to Life.

The Painter position is responsible for painting and finishing custom sign products, including sign cabinets, channel letters, structural components, and other fabricated signage. This position prepares surfaces, mixes and applies paints and coatings, matches colors, and produces durable, high-quality finishes that meet production specifications and customer requirements.

The Painter plays a critical role in the appearance, durability, and overall quality of Allied’s signage. This position works closely with fabrication, paint prep, installation, and project management teams to coordinate production, maintain schedules, and ensure finished products meet quality standards.

Prepare aluminum, steel, acrylic, PVC, and other sign materials for paint and finishing.

Sand, grind, clean, mask, and prime surfaces according to production specifications.

Inspect materials for defects and ensure proper preparation before paint application.

Mixing paints, primers, and coatings according to manufacturer specifications.

Prepare materials and work areas for efficient paint operations.

Load and unload components from paint racks and drying areas.

Maintain color matching and quality control.

Maintain paint inventory and assist with material organization.

Inspect completed surfaces for defects, contamination, runs, scratches, or inconsistencies.

Verify finished products meet Allied quality standards and customer requirements.

Read work orders, shop drawings, and production documents.

Prioritize workload to meet production deadlines.

Assist with the movement of signs and components throughout the facility.

Support fabrication and installation teams as needed.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Properly handle paints, solvents, chemicals, and hazardous materials.

Wear required PPE and follow OSHA and company safety procedures.

Participate in safety meetings and training programs.

Clean and maintain paint preparation tools and equipment.

Support the loading and unloading of delivery vehicles.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work on feet for extended periods.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Ability to read and follow work orders and production instructions.

Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

1-3 years of experience in paint preparation, automotive paint, powder coating, industrial finishing, or sign manufacturing

Experience with sanding, masking, priming, and surface preparation techniques.

Basic understanding of paint mixing and coating systems.

Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment

Forklift certification or experience operating material handling equipment.

Understanding of painting and finishing processes.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.

Basic math and measurement skills.

Ability to read shop drawings and production documentation.

Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship.

While performing the duties of this position, employees will…