Industrial Painter - 2nd Shift ($5 Premium)

R&B Wagner, Inc.; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium $5/hour

4-day workweek

Employee-Owned (ESOP)

Stable, growing company

High-quality, custom work

Job summary

Wagner, Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking an Industrial Painter to apply high-quality coatings to metal components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is essential for meeting visual and performance standards.

You will prepare surfaces, operate spray equipment, and apply coatings while inspecting quality and maintaining equipment. The job offers a 4-day workweek and a $5/hour shift premium for the 2nd shift, with opportunities to contribute to high-quality, custom projects in a

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial painting or powder coating.
• Knowledge 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 application methods

Attention to detail

Independent work

Basic math

Tools

Spray equipment

Coating systems

Job description

Earn more. Paint with precision. Build something that lasts. Wagner is hiring an Industrial Painter to apply high-quality coatings to metal components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring our products meet both visual and performance standards.

Position Details

• Schedule: Monday-Thursday | 1:00 PM - 11:30 PM
• $5/hour shift premium for 2nd shift

If you take pride in your work, understand coatings, and want a stable, hands-on role-this is a great opportunity.

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?

• $5/hour shift premium (2nd shift)
• 4-day workweek (long weekends!)
• 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