2nd Shift - Painter Trainee / Powder Painter

Ad-Tech Industries; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Company-paid Life Insurance

Opportunities for advancement

On-the-job training

Job summary

Ad-Tech Industries is seeking motivated individuals to join our Powder Paint Department as a Painter Trainee / Powder Painter in Watertown, WI. No prior powder coating experience is required—we’ll train the right candidate.

You will learn to apply powder coating on a moving line, read work orders, and inspect parts for quality. The role offers a clear path for growth with on-the-job training, a strong team environment, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Apply powder coating using handheld spray equipment on a moving line.
• Read and interpret work orders, paint codes, and production instructions.
• Inspect parts before and after painting to ensure quality standards.
• Monitor paint coverage and identify defects such as light or heavy coating or contamination.
• Adjust equipment to maintain consistent quality.
• Clean and maintain paint equipment and work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Team player

Willingness to learn

Follow instructions

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Painter Trainee / Powder Painter

Location: Watertown, WI
Department: Powder Paint
Shift:1st Shift
Starting Pay: Starting at $17.00/hour (Higher starting wage may be considered based on experience.)

Launch Your Career in Powder Coating!

Ad-Tech Industries is looking for motivated individuals to join our Powder Paint Department as a Painter Trainee / Powder Painter. No previous powder coating experience is required-we're willing to train the right candidate!

If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in producing high-quality finished products, and are looking for a stable career with opportunities to learn and grow, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Powder Painter, you'll help produce high-quality finished parts by applying powder coating to products on a moving paint line. Responsibilities include:

• Apply powder coating using handheld spray equipment.
• Read and interpret work orders, paint codes, and production instructions.
• Inspect parts before and after painting to ensure quality standards are met.
• Monitor paint coverage and identify defects such as light paint, heavy paint, or contamination.
• Adjust equipment as needed to maintain consistent quality.
• Clean and maintain paint equipment and work area.
• Safely handle materials and follow all company safety procedures.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist in other departments as production needs require.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisors.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or painting experience is helpful but not required.
• Willingness to learn and receive on-the-job training.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements

This position requires employees to:

• Stand for most of the shift.
• Frequently lift up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift up to 55 pounds.
• Frequently bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and perform repetitive arm and hand movements.
• Use handheld spray equipment throughout the shift.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures.
• Have good vision, depth perception, balance, and coordination.

Work Environment

This position works in a powder coating environment where employees wear required personal protective equipment, including:

• Tyvek suit
• Respirator and/or air hood
• Gloves
• Other required PPE

Candidates must successfully complete and pass a respirator medical evaluation before working in the painting department.

Why Join Ad-Tech Industries?

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• On-the-job training
• Stable, growing manufacturing company