Industrial Painter

Ahaus Tool & Engineering; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start times

Paid time off

Company events

Employee recognition

Job summary

Ahaus Tool & Engineering in Richmond, IN is seeking an Industrial Painter to prepare, prime, paint, and finish manufactured components in a safe, efficient team setting. You will read specifications, mix coatings, operate spray equipment, inspect finishes, and coordinate with other departments to meet production schedules.

The company emphasizes a family-like culture, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certification in painting or related field, or equivalent on-the-job training.
• Experience with surface preparation, coatings, and inspection.
• Ability to follow job docs, safety practices, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and masking.
• Apply primers and coatings using spray equipment.
• Inspect finishes and perform touch-ups to meet quality specs.
• Maintain equipment and safety practices; cooperate with other departments.

Skills

Painting

Surface prep

Coatings application

Quality inspection

Safety oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or painting certification

Tools

Spray equipment

Paint booth handling

PPE compliance

Job description

Description

Have you ever wondered what it's like to work at a place where company culture is really important? Well, at Ahaus, it's the lens through which we view everything we do. In addition to great wages and benefits, we offer a supportive, family-first work environment that you won't find anywhere else. The average tenure of our phenomenal team of 100+ talented individuals is 10+ years, and we've got several folks who have been with us for 40+ years and counting- we believe that in itself speaks volumes. We couldn't be prouder of our team.

Thanks to the hard work of our team through the years, we're celebrating our 80th anniversary! We've grown from a small tooling shop in a backyard here in Richmond, Indiana to a $30M+ tooling, engineering and custom automation firm- throughout that growth though, we've never lost our small business feel, where our leaders truly care about the people working for them and it shows. Sometimes our customers come to us looking for a specific production need and an idea of how to address it, and sometimes we hear the challenge and jump in from a blank slate to create the perfect solution.

Ahaus is well known for flexible start times Monday through Friday, generous paid time off, paid holidays, employee recognition and incentives, volunteer and outreach events, employee breakfasts and barbeques, pitch-ins, summer games, company outings, shared hobbies, and many other perks. It's precisely why Ahaus enjoys a reputation as a place people want to be.

Our people love their hobbies; from building cars, tractors, firearms, and robots to marksmanship and trap shooting, axe throwing, winemaking, cycling, restoring old furniture, music, and the arts. We have a team of diversely talented, skilled tradespeople, and we are always looking to welcome new talent if it's a good fit, not just for our organization, but for the prospective candidate too. If you're a team player who is looking for not just a job, but a place that you can build a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for an Industrial Painter, who with a little help in getting acclimated to our systems, can hit the ground running. If you're a team player, with skills and experience that align with the functions below, we would like to hear from you.

Primary Function

The Industrial Painter is responsible for preparing, painting, and finishing manufactured components, machinery, and equipment in accordance with company quality standards and customer specifications. This position performs surface preparation, mixing and application of coatings, masking, touch-up work, and inspection of finished products. The Industrial Painter is responsible for producing a high-quality finish while working safely, efficiently, and collaboratively with other team members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Prepares metal surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, grinding, scraping, or otherwise removing dirt, grease, rust, weld spatter, and other surface imperfections.
• Masks and protects surfaces, components, identification plates, machined surfaces, and other areas that should not be painted.
• Mixes paints, primers, thinners, hardeners, and other coating materials according to manufacturer instructions and job specifications.
• Applies primers, paints, and other industrial coatings using spray equipment and other appropriate application methods.
• Inspects surfaces before, during, and after painting to identify defects or areas requiring additional preparation or touch-up.
• Performs touch-up and rework as necessary to meet quality requirements.
• Reads and follows job documentation, drawings, specifications, paint requirements, and other work instructions.
• Properly handles, labels, stores, and disposes of paints, solvents, chemicals, and related materials.
• Cleans and maintains spray guns, paint equipment, booths, work areas, and related tools.
• Maintains an organized inventory of paints, coatings, supplies, and consumable materials and communicates replenishment needs.
• Safely moves or position parts and equipment using appropriate material-handling equipment.
• Coordinates with other departments to support production schedules and job priorities.
• Identifies and communicates quality concerns, equipment issues, or other conditions that could affect production.
• Assists with other areas of manufacturing when there is capacity in the paint workload.
• Performs all job duties in a safe manner ensuring compliance with established safety procedures, PPE requirements, good housekeeping, and safety incident reporting requirements, including respiratory protection, ventilation and hazardous materials.
• Champions and models Ahaus’ core values in daily actions and decision-making
• Fosters a respectful, accountable, and collaborative team environment
• Exhibits regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned that may be required

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Associate degree or technical degree or certification in a field where painting and surface preparation is encompassed, or equivalent level of on-the-job training and experience
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Effective communication and leadership skills

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to moving machinery, metal shavings, cutting fluids, lubricants, noise, vibration, and varying temperatures
• Use of overhead cranes, and material handling equipment is required
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, safety-toe footwear, and other required safety equipment, must be worn in accordance with company policies
• Frequent standing and walking for extended periods of time throughout the workday are required, with occasional kneeling, crouching, bending, reaching, and climbing
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull materials, tooling, and components weighing up to 50 pounds independently and heavier items with assistance or lifting equipment
• Requires manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks involving the hands and arms
• Must possess visual acuity sufficient to read blueprints, inspect precision-machined components, and use precision measuring instruments

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Ahaus Tool & Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.