Industrial Painter

PDS Tech Commercial; Illinois; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Industrial Painter to join our manufacturing team in Illinois. You will perform quality painting and ensure finished parts meet specifications.

This role emphasizes safety, collaboration, and adherence to process discipline, with opportunities to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial, automotive, or manufacturing painting environments preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents and specifications.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality checks: color matching, mil thickness, scratch tests, oven temp verification, and solution inspections.
• Set up, adjust, and operate spray guns to ensure quality paint application.
• Verify first-piece runs meet specifications and quality standards.
• Train team members on painting, masking, and part-hanging techniques.
• Read and interpret blueprints, BOMs, routers, and other technical documents.
• Maintain paint and supply inventory and order materials as needed.
• Support production schedules through prioritization and Kanban management.
• Identify and report quality concerns, production issues, and abnormalities.
• Follow safety procedures, chemical handling, and PPE guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Blueprint reading

Safety oriented

Independent worker

Tools

Spray guns

Ovens

Measuring gauges

Job description

Job Description

Bring your experience, craftsmanship, and eye for detail to a role where quality comes first. As an Industrial Painter, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality finished products while working in a collaborative manufacturing environment with opportunities to grow.

What You'll Do

• Perform quality checks, including color matching, mil thickness testing, scratch testing, oven temperature verification, and cleaning solution inspections.

• Set up, adjust, and operate spray guns to ensure quality paint application.

• Verify first-piece runs meet specifications and quality standards.

• Train team members on proper painting, masking, and part-hanging techniques.

• Read and interpret blueprints, BOMs, routers, and other technical documents.

• Maintain paint and supply inventory and order materials as needed.

• Support production schedules through effective prioritization and Kanban management.

• Identify and report quality concerns, production issues, and other abnormalities.

• Follow all safety procedures, chemical handling requirements, and PPE guidelines.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in industrial, automotive, or manufacturing painting environments preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to read and understand technical documents and specifications.

• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Pay & Benefits

$23.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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