Industrial Painter: 2nd Shift - Spray & Finish

Wabtec Corporation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, welfare and retirement benefits

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation is a global leader in rail equipment, systems and services. The 2nd shift paint-coating operator will prepare, coat and finish metal surfaces, operate Graco spray equipment, and ensure high-quality finishes. The role includes training on an earlier shift, daily maintenance, and collaboration with team members to resolve production issues.

Salary begins at $21.00 per hour, with potential for additional benefits and future raises depending on performance and location.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of coating principles and practices.
• Ability to set, use and read measuring instruments such as viscosity testers and thickness gauges.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coat manufactured parts for production.
• Operate Graco spray system to apply industrial paint finishes.
• Inspect painted units for runs, debris, fish eye, and uncoated areas.
• Inspect and replace components on paint guns for optimum performance.
• Perform daily checks and maintenance.
• Assist in daily 5S and cleaning procedures.
• Assist others in solving quality and production issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Blueprint reading

Tools

Viscosity tester

Thickness gauge

Job description

Wabtec Corporation is a global leader in rail equipment, systems and services. The 2nd shift paint-coating operator will prepare, coat and finish metal surfaces, operate Graco spray equipment, and ensure high-quality finishes. The role includes training on an earlier shift, daily maintenance, and collaboration with team members to resolve production issues.

Salary begins at $21.00 per hour, with potential for additional benefits and future raises depending on performance and location.