Industrial Painter - Wet Coat

Job Summary

Essential Job Duties / Responsibilities

Work Environment

Experience and Education

Benefits

Pay

Schedule

Performance/Pay Review after 90 days + Same Day Pay

• Occasional Saturdays as needed

About the Role

Pioneer Metal Finishing is the leading surface engineering company in North America. For over 75 years, we’ve delivered consistent, quality metal finishing solutions for mission-critical applications. Our advanced surface modification technologies and scalable execution improve the performance of mission-critical products and enhance brand value for companies in the healthcare, aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets.

Responsibilities

• Apply wet coats (primer, base, clear, sealers) by spray gun to achieve uniform, defect-free finishes per work orders and process specifications.
• Accurately mix paints, reducers, and additives to specified ratios using scales/measuring devices; maintain mixing records and batch traceability.
• Prepare surfaces (cleaning, masking, sanding, tack wiping) to ensure optimal adhesion and finish quality.
• Monitor coating application parameters (viscosity, pressure, atomization, film thickness) and adjust techniques to meet quality tolerances.
• Utilizes necessary equipment to measure application thickness, ensuring product meets customer specifications.
• Perform routine color matching and blending under guidance; flag and document color or finish deviations.
• Inspect work in process and finished parts for runs, sags, orange peel, fish eyes, inclusions, and other defects; perform touch-ups or rework as required.
• Maintain spray booths, guns, filters, and prep areas in clean, organized condition; follow preventive maintenance schedules.
• Follow and enforce all safety, PPE, and respiratory protection requirements; maintain awareness of MSDS/SDS, flammability controls, and ventilation standards.
• Comply with environmental regulations (waste handling, solvent recovery, VOC limits) and internal housekeeping practices.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and finishing teams to meet schedules, resolve coating issues, and drive continuous improvement.
• Document production outputs, material usage, and quality checks; participate in shift handovers and team meetings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification in industrial coatings/painting preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in wet coat spray painting in manufacturing, automotive, marine, or industrial environments.
• Proven ability to accurately mix coatings and maintain consistent color/finish.
• Certification in respirator use and fit testing, paint mixing, or color matching preferred.
• Hands-on experience with HVLP/airless spray systems, spray booths, and basic preventive maintenance required.
• Familiarity with coating properties, drying/curing processes, and common defects and corrections required.
• Experience with digital mixing scales and ERP/production tracking systems preferred.
• Lear manufacturing or continuous improvement experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality finishes.
• Able to read work orders, mixing formulas, and technical specifications.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills; able to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Physically able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in controlled temperature/ventilation environments.
• Willingness to work shift schedules as required.

Skills

• Hands-on experience with HVLP/airless spray systems, spray booths, and basic preventive maintenance.
• Familiarity with coating properties, drying/curing processes, and common defects and corrections.
• Experience with digital mixing scales and ERP/production tracking systems.
• Lear manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.

Benefits

• Next-Day Pay
• Quarterly Incentive Program
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 2% of bi-weekly contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits for employee purchase life insurance, critical illness, voluntary accident, and accidental death & dismemberment
• LiveHealth Online, virtual doctor visits

Pay

Immediate upon hire

Schedule

1st Shift (600 AM - 230 PM, Monday-Friday) Occasional Saturdays as needed