Painter

Kinet Railway Solutions; Latur; On-site; INR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinet Railway Solutions Ltd. in Latur, India, is seeking a Spray Painter to prepare surfaces and spray paint railway coaches and related components, ensuring high-quality finishes and corrosion protection.

Responsibilities include surface cleaning, rust removal, primer and finish coats, plus proper mixing of paints and maintenance of equipment in a safety-conscious environment. This role contributes to a nationally significant railway modernization project and offers opportunities to work with

Qualifications

• Experience with surface prep, degreasing, sanding, and applying putty/primer.
• Proficiency in spray painting using air, airless, or electrostatic systems.
• Ability to mix paints and manage paints, thinners, and hardeners according to specs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces by cleaning, degreasing, sanding, and removing rust.
• Apply putty, primer, and surface fillers as required.
• Perform spray painting with various equipment and apply coats as per specs.
• Inspect coatings for defects and ensure thickness/finish meets standards.
• Maintain spray guns, compressors, hoses, and related equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and environmental guidelines.

Skills

Surface prep

Spray painting

Material handling

Quality inspection

Equipment maintenance

Safety compliance

Job description

Your mission

The Spray Painter is responsible for surface preparation and spray painting of railway coaches, wagons, and related components to ensure high-quality finish, corrosion protection, and compliance with railway safety and quality standards.

Your mission

The Spray Painter is responsible for surface preparation and spray painting of railway coaches, wagons, and related components to ensure high-quality finish, corrosion protection, and compliance with railway safety and quality standards.

Your profile

Surface Preparation

• Clean, degrease, sand, and prepare metal surfaces before painting.
• Remove rust, old paint, and contaminants using mechanical or chemical methods.
• Apply putty, primer, and surface fillers as required.

Spray Painting

• Perform spray painting using air spray, airless spray, or electrostatic equipment.
• Apply primer, intermediate coats, and finishing coats as per specifications.
• Ensure uniform thickness, smooth finish, and colour consistency.

Material Handling

• Mix paints, thinners, and hardeners according to technical specifications.
• Maintain proper storage and handling of paints and chemicals.
• Monitor paint consumption and minimize wastage.

Quality Control

• Inspect painted surfaces for defects such as runs, bubbles, or uneven coating.
• Ensure coating thickness and finish meet railway standards.
• Perform touch-ups and rework when necessary.

Equipment Maintenance

• Clean and maintain spray guns, compressors, hoses, and related equipment.
• Report any equipment malfunction to the supervisor.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow safety procedures, including the use of PPE (mask, gloves, goggles, coveralls).
• Adhere to environmental and hazardous material handling guidelines.
• Maintain housekeeping and a safe work environment.

Why us?

• Lead a nationally significant railway project with transformative potential.
• Engage with advanced technologies and industry-leading experts.
• Thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and growth-oriented work environment.

About Us

Kinet Railway Solutions Ltd., an Indian manufacturer of electric passenger trains, was established to manufacture and maintain 1,920 Vande Bharat sleeper coaches. In partnership with RVNL and Indian Railways, Kinet is driving India's railway modernization by integrating cutting-edge technology, enhancing passenger experience, and strengthening rail infrastructure. Committed to local manufacturing, regional suppliers, and workforce development, the company operates a state-of-the-art factory in Latur and an engineering center in Hyderabad. A maintenance depot is already under construction in Jodhpur, with further facilities planned in Delhi and Bengaluru - shaping the future of rail travel in India.