Entry-Level Industrial Painter: HVLP & Coatings Tech

Vermeer; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer is seeking a Painter I to apply primers and finish coats on iron components and machines at our facilities. You will prepare surfaces, mix coatings, and operate paint-line equipment while upholding safety standards and quality expectations.

Ideal candidates have entry-level painting experience or a formal coatings program, and can learn our Vermeer Paint Training Program to ensure consistent finishes across multiple parts and assemblies.

Qualifications

• Entry-level painting experience preferred; completion of a formal painting or coatings program helps.
• Must be able to learn and complete Vermeer Paint Training Program.
• Ability to read and document coating quality using WFT/DFT gauges.

Responsibilities

• Apply primer and topcoat to treated metal parts per Vermeer quality standards.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, degreasing, scuffing, and masking per SOP.
• Operate and maintain paint-line equipment; perform PM/TPM and safe changeovers.
• Mix coatings to specification; monitor viscosity and pot life.
• Measure coating quality with WFT/DFT gauges and document results.
• Inspect parts for defects; communicate issues to support cross-shift teams.
• Perform physical tasks and follow EHS/PPE procedures.

Skills

Painting experience

HVLP spray

Electrostatic systems

WFT/DFT measurement

Surface preparation

Masking/plugging

Education

Formal painting/coatings program

Tools

HVLP spray equipment

Electrostatic spray equipment

Masking tools

Job description

Vermeer is seeking a Painter I to apply primers and finish coats on iron components and machines at our facilities. You will prepare surfaces, mix coatings, and operate paint-line equipment while upholding safety standards and quality expectations.

Ideal candidates have entry-level painting experience or a formal coatings program, and can learn our Vermeer Paint Training Program to ensure consistent finishes across multiple parts and assemblies.