Industrial Painter

Birmingham Search Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing field is seeking a skilled painter to apply protective and decorative finishes. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience with spray guns, be physically fit, and work independently. This position requires attention to detail, safe operation of equipment, and a commitment to maintaining a clean work environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of painting experience using a spray gun.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Accustomed to physical tasks for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Applies protective and decorative paint finishes.
• Maintains spray guns and equipment.
• Retrieves parts and helps prep weldments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Basic computer skills

Tools

Spray gun

Forklift

Overhead crane

Hand tools

Job description

The painter applies protective and/or decorative paint finishes to prepared surfaces on a variety of products to suit specifications. Methods and equipment are usually prescribed. Mixes and prepares paint. Maintains equipment in clean, safe condition.

• Retrieves parts from staging areas
• Helps prep weldments for priming and finish coating
• Read and understand units of measure
• Applies a variety of surface coatings
• Maintains spray guns and equipment

Required functional competencies / experience / qualifications

• 1+ years of painting experience using a spray gun
• Familiar with and previous use of hand tools including grinder, sander, etc.
• Ability to work independently without supervision on all assemblies
• Must be accustomed to physical tasks for long periods of time. This includes standing, kneeling, lifting, bending, and using your hands and working with various materials.
• Regular attendance and daily punctuality are necessary
• Ability to work overtime when needed and occasional weekends required
• Extremely detailed orientated
• Able to maintain a safe and clean work environment while complying with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations
• Safely operate a forklift and overhead crane
• Have basic computer skills in Excel, Word and email