Industrial Painter

QPS Employment Group; Town of East Troy (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking an Industrial Painter for a role in East Troy, WI. The position is on 1st or 2nd shift with hire-on potential. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, preparing surfaces, applying coatings, and maintaining equipment.

Strong detail and team collaboration are essential for quality and safety. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and 3–5 years of related experience. Lean manufacturing exposure and welding certification are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of related painting/coating experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
• Lean manufacturing experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, reports, and work instructions.
• Prepare metal surfaces for painting and apply coatings.
• Mask surfaces to prevent overspray and maintain quality.
• Mix paints and coatings according to specifications.
• Operate and maintain painting equipment and tools.
• Complete production and quality reports.
• Collaborate with team to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Support continuous improvement of processes and quality.
• Follow safety, housekeeping, and quality standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Mathematical ability

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Power tools

Masking equipment

Job description

Position Title: Industrial Painter Wage: $19.00 per hour Shift: 1st, 2nd Hours: 5:00am-3:30pm; 3:00pm-1:00am QPS Employment Group has a great Industrial Painter position available at a company in East Troy, WI. This is a 1st and 2nd shift position with the opportunity for hire.

Industrial Painter Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, reports, and work instructions.
• Clean, prepare, and condition metal surfaces and equipment for painting.
• Apply masking and protective coverings to prevent overspray on surfaces and surrounding areas.
• Select, mix, and prepare paints and coatings according to specifications.
• Apply industrial coatings using appropriate painting techniques and equipment.
• Paint industrial equipment, machinery, components, and related parts.
• Disassemble, clean, and maintain painting equipment and tools.
• Complete required production and quality reports.
• Collaborate with team members to identify and resolve manufacturing, design, and quality issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve production processes and product quality.
• Follow housekeeping procedures, quality standards, and workplace safety regulations.
• Complete additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Industrial Painter Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three to five years of related experience preferred.
• Industrial painting, manufacturing, or coating experience is a plus.
• Experience in lean manufacturing environments is beneficial.
• Welding certification from a technical college is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math, including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and Windows-based applications.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, organized, and dependable.
• Ability to identify problems and apply practical solutions.
• Commitment to workplace safety, productivity, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach overhead, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as needed.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
• Frequent use of hand tools, power tools, tape measures, T-squares, and other production equipment.
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move heavier items, potentially weighing 75-150 pounds, with team-lifting assistance.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, as well as adjustment of focus.

IND022 About us: QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.