Industrial Painter

Midwest Stairs & Iron Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Stairs & Iron Inc in Milwaukee is seeking an experienced painter/coating technician to prepare surfaces, operate spray equipment, and apply industrial coatings to meet quality standards.

You will inspect parts, maintain equipment, and ensure safe handling of paints in a hands-on manufacturing setting. Attention to finish quality and basic math skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial painting, powder coating, or manufacturing painting.
• Strong understanding of coating application methods and equipment.
• Attention to detail and pride in finish quality.
• Ability to work independently and manage workflow.
• Basic math and measuring skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces for painting (cleaning, degreasing, inspection).
• Set up and operate spray equipment and coating systems.
• Apply industrial coatings to meet quality and finish standards.
• Inspect parts and identify defects or inconsistencies.
• Maintain equipment and follow preventive maintenance guidelines.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of paints and materials.
• Keep your work area clean, safe, and organized.

Skills

Industrial painting

Powder coating

Coating methods

Attention to finish quality

Independent work

Math & measurement

Tools

Spray equipment

Coating systems

Job description

Description

What You’ll Do

• Prepare metal surfaces for painting (cleaning, degreasing, inspection)
• Set up and operate spray equipment and coating systems
• Apply industrial coatings to meet quality and finish standards
• Inspect parts and identify defects or inconsistencies
• Maintain equipment and follow preventive maintenance guidelines
• Ensure proper handling and storage of paints and materials
• Keep your work area clean, safe, and organized

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in industrial painting, powder coating, or manufacturing painting
• Strong understanding of coating application methods and equipment
• Attention to detail and pride in finish quality
• Ability to work independently and manage workflow
• Basic math and measuring skills

Why Wagner?

• Employee-Owned (ESOP) – you share in the company’s success
• Stable, growing company
• High-quality, custom work (not repetitive production)

Physical Requirements

• Active, hands-on role in a manufacturing environment
• Lift up to 60 lbs occasionally