Painter

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Painter to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of hands-on experience in wet painting, including proficiency in using spray guns, pressure pots, and airless sprayers. This role requires expertise in mixing paint and primer correctly, maintaining equipment, and ensuring the highest standards of quality. The Wet Painter will also be responsible for safely using full respirators and working from ladders.

Responsibilities

• Perform wet painting of various components and materials, ensuring quality, precision, and consistency in each job.
• Operate and maintain spray guns, pressure pots, and airless sprayers to apply paint and primer.
• Mix paint and primer according to proper specifications and ensure the correct consistency for application.
• Inspect parts and surfaces to ensure they meet quality standards before, during, and after painting.
• Maintain and clean painting equipment, including spray guns, pressure pots, and airless sprayers, to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Understand and follow safety protocols, including the use of full respirators and other necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Safely work from ladders when required for painting hard-to-reach areas or large parts.
• Ensure paint jobs are completed within project timelines and meet or exceed company standards for quality and finish.
• Work closely with team members and supervisors to address any challenges or concerns that may arise during the painting process.

Requirements

• At least two years of hands-on experience in wet painting.
• Proficiency in using spray guns, pressure pots, and airless sprayers.
• Experience in mixing paint and primer correctly.
• Ability to safely use full respirators and work from ladders.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Company 401K plan with employer contribution match.
• Company-paid time off.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Choice of medical coverage including prescription and short-term disability plans.
• Choice of dental and vision coverage.
• Optional long-term disability, critical illness, accident, legal, and pet coverage.
• Auto and home insurance discount programs.

Location: Manitowoc, WI. Reports to: Paint Supervisor. Status: Non-Exempt.