Industrial Painter

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; La Grange Park (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Paid leave accrual

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seeking an Industrial Painter for a well-established manufacturing company in La Grange Park, IL. You will prepare metal surfaces, apply primers and coatings, and inspect finished products to ensure quality and safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate has experience with industrial spray painting and equipment maintenance in a manufacturing setting. The role offers a 1st shift, full-time schedule and competitive hourly pay of $18 to $23.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Industrial Painter, Spray Painter, or Powder Coater in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating industrial spray painting equipment.
• Knowledge of surface preparation techniques including sanding, masking, grinding, and cleaning.
• Ability to identify paint defects and perform quality touch-ups.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces by sanding, grinding, cleaning, masking, and priming prior to painting.
• Apply industrial primers and finish coats using conventional or air-assisted spray equipment.
• Mix paints and coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Inspect finished products for proper coverage, appearance, and quality standards.
• Perform touch-ups and repairs as needed.
• Clean and maintain spray guns, paint hoses, booths, and related equipment.
• Complete routine preventative maintenance on painting equipment to ensure optimal performance.Read and follow work orders, production schedules, and specifications.
• Safely move materials and completed products throughout the production process.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Skills

Industrial painting

Spray painting

Surface preparation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Tools

Spray guns

Paint hoses

Paint booths

Job description

Industrial Painter

La Grange Park, IL

Pay: $18-23/hr
Schedule: 1st Shift | Full-Time

Position Overview

Express Employment Professionals is currently seeking an experienced Industrial Painter for a well-established manufacturing company in the La Grange Park area. This position is responsible for preparing, painting, and finishing fabricated metal components and industrial equipment while maintaining high quality standards and following all safety procedures. The ideal candidate has previous experience with industrial spray painting, surface preparation, and maintaining painting equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces by sanding, grinding, cleaning, masking, and priming prior to painting.


• Apply industrial primers and finish coats using conventional or air-assisted spray equipment.


• Mix paints and coatings according to manufacturer specifications.


• Inspect finished products for proper coverage, appearance, and quality standards.


• Perform touch-ups and repairs as needed.


• Clean and maintain spray guns, paint hoses, booths, and related equipment.


• Complete routine preventative maintenance on painting equipment to ensure optimal performance.Read and follow work orders, production schedules, and specifications.


• Safely move materials and completed products throughout the production process.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.


• Follow all company safety policies and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Industrial Painter, Spray Painter, or Powder Coater in a manufacturing environment.


• Experience operating industrial spray painting equipment.


• Knowledge of surface preparation techniques including sanding, masking, grinding, and cleaning.


• Ability to identify paint defects and perform quality touch-ups.


• Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds throughout the shift.


• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


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


• Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience painting fabricated steel, industrial machinery, or heavy equipment.


• Powder coating experience.


• Experience operating forklifts or overhead cranes.


• Familiarity with preventative maintenance procedures for painting equipment.

Benefits Available for Eligible Express Associates:

• Weekly Pay (Overtime pay for hours worked over 40/week)


• Medical Plan /Dental Plan / Vision Plan


• Accrual for ILL Paid Leave


• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan


• Direct Deposit or FREE Bank of America Payroll Card


• Life Insurance


• Short-Term Disability

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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