Industrial Painter – Automotive Coatings (Overtime Eligible)

JLG Industries; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation is seeking a painting technician to apply finishes on our industrial products in a manufacturing setting. You will prepare surfaces, mix paints, apply coatings, and inspect finished work for quality while maintaining equipment and safety standards.

The role requires comfort with long shifts in a production environment, PPE usage, and adherence to color specifications and process controls. Prior painting experience in industrial or heavy equipment settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of painting experience in automotive, industrial, or heavy equipment settings.
• Strong math skills and basic mechanical aptitude.
• Able to wear a respirator and pass a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT).
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet business and production demands.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, in-person and on-site.

Responsibilities

• Apply primer, paint, and touch-up coatings using spray equipment and brushes.
• Mask and unmask parts to meet specifications.
• Prepare surfaces by sanding, washing, and conditioning; perform light bodywork if needed.
• Disassemble, clean, and maintain painting equipment (pumps, heaters, tanks, guns, etc.).
• Flush tanks and lines during color changes.
• Mix paints for color accuracy, viscosity, and consistency.
• Perform titrations and adjust chemicals as needed for paint and related processes.
• Apply decals, stencils, and rust-proofing as required.
• Inspect work before, during, and after painting to ensure quality standards (including mil and gloss checks).
• Transport parts and materials using tuggers, forklifts, overhead cranes, or manual carts.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including performing preventive maintenance tasks.

Skills

Painting experience

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Respirator / PFT

Overtime willingness

Attendance

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation is seeking a painting technician to apply finishes on our industrial products in a manufacturing setting. You will prepare surfaces, mix paints, apply coatings, and inspect finished work for quality while maintaining equipment and safety standards.

The role requires comfort with long shifts in a production environment, PPE usage, and adherence to color specifications and process controls. Prior painting experience in industrial or heavy equipment settings is preferred.