Evening Paint Prep Technician — Surface Prep & Safety

Kirby; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UE Manufacturing in Oklahoma City is seeking a Second Shift Paint Prep to safely prepare metal parts for industrial coating. You will clean, blast, sand, mask, and stage parts, following work instructions and customer specs.

This is an entry-level position with a potential path to Painter I based on demonstrated competency, business need, and sustained performance. On-site shift in OK with emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, with 1–3 months related experience.
• Basic knowledge of industrial painting or ability to learn these processes.
• Ability to read basic work instructions, job travelers, paint codes, and part tags; follow safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare metal surfaces by removing contaminants before coating.
• Perform basic cleaning, blasting, sanding, masking, and staging under guidance; obtain approval.
• Protect designated areas using tape, plugs, caps, and coverings.
• Confirm part and job identity; stage and handle parts safely to avoid contamination.
• Complete final preparation inspection for cleanliness, dryness, masking, and readiness.
• Hang/unhang parts for paint and use forklift/overhead crane as needed.
• Follow SDS/TDS information for PPE, hazards, and safe handling; do not coat unless trained.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support safe department operation.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reading blueprints

Manual dexterity

Lifting capacity

PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UE Manufacturing in Oklahoma City is seeking a Second Shift Paint Prep to safely prepare metal parts for industrial coating. You will clean, blast, sand, mask, and stage parts, following work instructions and customer specs.

This is an entry-level position with a potential path to Painter I based on demonstrated competency, business need, and sustained performance. On-site shift in OK with emphasis on safety and quality.