Industrial Painter - MFG experience - DIRECT HIRE

The DAVIS Companies; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Davis Companies Inc. in Athens, United States is seeking an Industrial Painter with manufacturing experience to operate and monitor automated paint lines and finishing equipment. This DIRECT HIRE role offers a day/night continental shift and a salary range of $55,000 to $72,000 per year.

You will ensure coating quality, perform inspections, and support startup, changeovers, and maintenance while following safety policies and PPE protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, industrial painting, or automated equipment operation preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to recognize equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated or semi-automated industrial paint line equipment to ensure efficient production.
• Monitor paint application processes to maintain coating coverage, appearance, and quality.
• Perform routine inspections of painted products to identify defects.
• Adjust equipment settings to maintain product quality.
• Assist with paint line startup, shutdown, and changeover procedures.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Quality consciousness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Paint line equipment

Job description

Industrial Painter - MFG experience - DIRECT HIRE (BH-72866-1)

Location Athens, United States Sector Manufacturing & Production Salary $55,000.00 to $72,000.00 per annum

Industrial Painter - DIRECT HIRE This position is responsible for operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting industrial paint application and finishing equipment to ensure consistent product quality, efficient production, and compliance with established safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experience working in an automated manufacturing environment, preferably involving liquid paint application, industrial coating systems, or production finishing lines.

Schedule/Hours: Day shift: 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM Night shift: 7:15- 6:45 AM

Must be able to work continental shift that rotates 6 weeks days, 6 weeks night, repeat. This will change in January 2027 to desired shift.

Salary: $55,000 - 72,000/year $25-$35.00/hr depending on experience

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated or semi-automated industrial paint line equipment to ensure efficient production.
• Monitor paint application processes to maintain consistent coating coverage, appearance, and quality.
• Perform routine inspections of painted products to identify defects, including uneven coverage, runs, drips, streaks, and surface imperfections.
• Adjust equipment settings and operating parameters within established procedures to maintain product quality.
• Assist with paint line startup, shutdown, and changeover procedures.
• Monitor conveyor systems, spray equipment, pumps, filters, and related production machinery, as applicable.
• Perform routine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance of paint application equipment.
• Identify equipment malfunctions and communicate mechanical or process issues to maintenance personnel and supervisors.
• Follow established procedures for handling, storing, and using liquid paints, coatings, and cleaning materials.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Work closely with production, quality, and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), chemical handling procedures, and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Perform additional manufacturing duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, industrial painting, or automated equipment operation preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to recognize equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Willingness to learn specialized paint line equipment and processes.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety and quality procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating automated industrial paint or liquid coating systems.
• Familiarity with spray application equipment, paint pumps, conveyor systems, or industrial finishing processes.
• Experience inspecting finished products for coating defects.
• Previous experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of basic preventive maintenance procedures.
• Experience working in door manufacturing, building materials, wood products, or similar manufacturing environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during assigned shifts.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to lift and move materials within company-established weight limits.
• Ability to work around moving machinery and industrial production equipment.
• Ability to wear required PPE, which may include safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and respiratory protection where applicable.