Industrial Painter — HVLP Coatings & Finishes

Vermeer; Moonville (SC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer is seeking a detail-oriented Painter I to apply primer, pre-finish, and finish coats to machines and parts, transforming raw iron into Vermeer yellow. You will join a team focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement as you contribute to a legacy that drives our world forward.

The role requires hands-on spray application skills, surface preparation, and adherence to SOPs. Training programs and on-site work with standard PPE are provided.

Qualifications

• Entry-level painting experience or completion of a formal painting or coatings program preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete Vermeer Paint Training Program.
• Ability to learn and perform hands-on spray application using HVLP and/or electrostatic systems; set up and tune spray guns and troubleshoot defects.
• Readiness to measure and document coating quality using WFT and DFT gauges; apply visual standards and record results.
• Strong habits in surface preparation per print and SOP to ensure adhesion and edge quality.

Responsibilities

• Apply primer and topcoat to treated metal parts per print and SOP.
• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, degreasing, mechanical scuffing, and masking/plugging as required.
• Operate and maintain paint-line equipment; perform routine PM/TPM and safe changeovers.
• Mix and adjust coatings to specification; monitor viscosity and environmental factors.
• Record coating quality using WFT/DFT gauges and inspect for defects; document results.
• Inspect parts throughout painting process and communicate issues to cross-shift partners.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Reading prints/SOPs

Teamwork

Education

Formal painting/coatings program

Tools

HVLP spray systems

Electrostatic spray

Paint-line equipment

WFT/DFT gauges

Job description

Vermeer is seeking a detail-oriented Painter I to apply primer, pre-finish, and finish coats to machines and parts, transforming raw iron into Vermeer yellow. You will join a team focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement as you contribute to a legacy that drives our world forward.

The role requires hands-on spray application skills, surface preparation, and adherence to SOPs. Training programs and on-site work with standard PPE are provided.