Industrial Painter

INNIO Group; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

INNIO Group in Waukesha, WI is seeking an Industrial Painter to join the assembly operations team. You will paint engines and parts per engineering specs, maintain paint tools, and document non-conformities for root-cause analysis.

The role requires hands-on painting experience and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. We offer a standard Monday–Friday schedule with physical work at heights, respirator use, and the opportunity to contribute to high‑margin, long‑term

Qualifications

• High school diploma and/or relevant professional spray paint experience.
• Knowledge of required tools & equipment, such as the operation of paint guns and ability to calibrate both gauges and measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Paint all engine types and parts per engineering specifications to prepare for customer shipment.
• Complete required paint inspection reports and documenting all non-conformities to support root cause analysis when improving assembly processes.
• Perform basic assembly related repairs when non-conformances are found during final inspection review.
• Operate the start-up and shutdown processes of the paint wash booths and ensure the required booth temperatures and safety resets are functioning.
• Accurately control paint gun during paint process, following proper cleaning procedure and adjustment of gun fluid.
• Track inventory of gun parts, consumables and other materials used in the area.
• Manage the 2KS system to correctly introduce paint throughout the lines and perform necessary troubleshooting when needed.
• Follow work instructions to successfully identify parts of the engine to be masked before paint.
• Detail engines by hand painting all raised lettering, performing paint touch-ups, and applying grease to necessary exposed parts on the engine.
• Manage proper function of the paint kitchen by identifying correct motor pressures and ensuring adequate inventory levels of paints, solvents & catalyst.
• Conduct all scheduled preventative maintenance on all paint and wash systems to ensure optimal operation and alignment with manufacturer specifications.

Skills

Spray paint experience

QA documentation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Paint guns

Calibrate gauges

2KS system

Paint kitchen

Job description

The INNIO Advantage

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression.

The INNIO Advantage

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression. INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high‑margin services business that delivers long‑term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates—driven by AI, electrification and grid constraints—INNIO enables scalable, behind‑the‑meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen‑ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.

The Industrial Painter will act as a key member of the assembly operations unit when taking ownership of critical paint requirements in engine production. This involves preparing engines throughout all stages of the paint process, inclusive of washing, masking & final detailing. In this role you will also manage scheduled routine maintenance of paint tools, systems & applicable equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Paint all engine types and parts per engineering specifications to prepare for customer shipment.
• Complete required paint inspection reports and documenting all non-conformities to support root cause analysis when improving assembly processes.
• Perform basic assembly related repairs when non-conformances are found during final inspection review.
• Operate the start-up and shutdown processes of the paint wash booths and ensure the required booth temperatures and safety resets are functioning.
• Accurately control paint gun during paint process, following proper cleaning procedure and adjustment of gun fluid.
• Track inventory of gun parts, consumables and other materials used in the area.
• Manage the 2KS system to correctly introduce paint throughout the lines and perform necessary troubleshooting when needed.
• Follow work instructions to successfully identify parts of the engine to be masked before paint.
• Detail engines by hand painting all raised lettering, performing paint touch-ups, and applying grease to necessary exposed parts on the engine.
• Manage proper function of the paint kitchen by identifying correct motor pressures and ensuring adequate inventory levels of paints, solvents & catalyst.
• Conduct all scheduled preventative maintenance on all paint and wash systems to ensure optimal operation and alignment with manufacturer specifications.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma and/or relevant professional spray paint experience.
• Knowledge of required tools & equipment, such as the operation of paint guns and ability to calibrate both gauges and measuring equipment.

What’ll Set You Apart

• The ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and demonstrate problem solving skills.
• Team player who is accountable for teams’ success, when meeting business objectives and taking responsibility for decisions and outcomes
• The ability to adapt and be successful handling multiple tasks.
• High attention to detail in achieving thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing tasks.

Physical Requirements

• Must be comfortable working at heights.
• Must be able to meet physical and cognitive demands assessment, inclusive of lifting a minimum weight of 40 lbs.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.

Additional Information

• Location: Waukesha, WI
• Work Schedule: Typically Monday through Friday but we require the willingness and ability to work flexible hours/shifts.
• Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the foreseeable future.