Industrial Painter

L&H Companies; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401K retirement plan

Job summary

L&H Companies is seeking a full-time Industrial Painter to prepare components for painting by sanding, taping, applying body filler, and ensuring smooth paint finishes. The candidate must read, comprehend, and work from plans, with the ability to read a tape measure and operate power tools in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

We offer top wages and full benefits including medical, vision, dental, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401K retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Read and comprehend plans and specifications.
• Read a tape measure accurately for part measurement.
• Experience with power tools and hand tools in a high-volume shop.
• Prior manufacturing exposure with emphasis on safety protocols.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and PPE usage.
• WPO and housekeeping practices in a metal fabrication setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare components for painting by sanding and taping.
• Fill surfaces with body filler to achieve smooth finish.
• Read blueprints and follow plans for accurate work.
• Set up and operate painting/coating equipment as required.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in work area.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and handle materials as needed.

Skills

Read plans

Read tape measure

Power tools

Manufacturing experience

Safety awareness

WPO

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Automotive body work experience preferred

Tools

Dual Action sander

Portable ventilation equipment

Job description

L&H Companies is a nationally recognized leader in the design, fabrication, and installation of Architectural Sign Systems, Specialty and Ornamental Metals, and Large-Scale Graphics. With over 32 years of experience, we bring each project to life through state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies and a dedicated team of industry experts. Our projects span a diverse range of environments and consistently reflect the innovation, craftsmanship, and quality that set us apart from other manufacturers in the industry.

Job Overview

L&H Companies is experiencing growth and is seeking a full-time Industrial Painter who prepares components for painting, which includes sanding, taping, body filler to ensure smooth paint finish. Candidate must be able to read, comprehend, and work from plans.

Primary duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Notify management of materials needed, as applicable.
• Contributes to team effort by completing related duties as needed.
• Must be punctual and reliable.
• Other duties as required.
• Safety and Workplace Organization.
• Ability to read a tape measure.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of industrial materials.
• Ability to demonstrate adherence to inventory protocol and other procedures.
• Advanced understanding and use of power tools, as well as manufacturing tools.
• Safety Management.
• Dispose of hazardous waste in an appropriate, legal manner.
• Clean equipment and work areas.
• Buff and wax completed paint work.
• Remove materials, parts, or workpieces from painting or coating machines, using hand tools.
• Set up portable equipment, such as ventilators, exhaust units, ladders, or scaffolding.
• Apply primer over any repairs made to surfaces.
• Fill small dents and scratches with body fillers and smooth surfaces to prepare for painting.
• Polish materials, workpieces, or finished products.
• Prepare surfaces for finishing.
• Mix ingredients to create specific finishes.
• Smooth metal surfaces and edges.
• Mix paints to color specifications or original colors, stirring or thinning paints using spatulas or power mixing equipment.
• Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from surfaces in preparation for paint application, using abrasives, solvents, brushes, blowtorches, washing tanks, or sandblasters.
• Sand and apply sealer to properly dried finish.
• Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.
• Operate painting or coating equipment.
• Ability to use a Dual Action (DA) sander.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to maintain a clean, safe, working environment.
• Contribute to Workplace Organization (WPO)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent. Automotive body work experience preferred.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend and squat frequently.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to utilize various handheld power tools.

We offer top wages and full benefits including medical, vision, dental, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401K retirement plan.