Industrial Painter: Precision Coatings & Large-Scale Work

STS Technical Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services in Milwaukee, WI is seeking experienced manufacturing painters for 1st and 2nd shifts to coat steel structures and tanks. You will prepare surfaces, apply industrial coatings, and inspect finished work with emphasis on quality and safety.

Join a team that values precision and reliability and supports career growth in a busy manufacturing environment. We provide a collaborative environment with opportunities to advance, skilled trades training, and a culture focused on

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of industrial or commercial painting experience.
• Experience with industrial coatings, epoxies or polyurethanes.
• Experience painting large fabricated steel products, tanks, or heavy equipment preferred.
• Ability to read measurements, work instructions, and customer specs.
• Manufacturing or production environment experience required.
• Must pass competency and spray tests and pre-employment physical including drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, masking, sanding, grinding or blasting.
• Apply coatings using conventional or air-assisted spray equipment.
• Paint large tanks, enclosures, and structural steel per specs.
• Mix and apply two-part paint systems with correct thickness.
• Inspect work for quality and compliance.
• Perform touch-ups and corrective work.
• Troubleshoot paint application issues and suggest improvements.
• Maintain painting equipment and keep area safe and organized.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to meet schedules.
• Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Job description

STS Technical Services in Milwaukee, WI is seeking experienced manufacturing painters for 1st and 2nd shifts to coat steel structures and tanks. You will prepare surfaces, apply industrial coatings, and inspect finished work with emphasis on quality and safety.

Join a team that values precision and reliability and supports career growth in a busy manufacturing environment. We provide a collaborative environment with opportunities to advance, skilled trades training, and a culture focused on