Industrial Painter: Precision Finishes for Locomotive Parts

Phillips Staffing; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Staffing in Greenville, SC is seeking a dependable Industrial Painter to join our client's team. You will prepare, paint, and finish locomotive components, ensuring high-quality finishes and strict safety compliance in a busy manufacturing environment.

You will operate grinders, sanders, and forklifts, mix coatings, and apply paint to large and small parts while maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to PPE policies.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of industrial or commercial painting experience.
• Experience preparing surfaces for painting using sanding, grinding, and scaling equipment.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and power tools.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures.
• Forklift certification or previous forklift operating experience.
• Experience working in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces for painting using grinders, sanders, and needle scalers.
• Clean and inspect surfaces to ensure they are properly prepared for paint application.
• Mix paints and coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Apply paint to large surfaces as well as small and large parts using proper painting techniques.
• Move materials and components safely in and out of the paint booth.
• Safely operate forklifts and a variety of power tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Work in both hot and cold plant conditions as required.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures while using PPE.
• Produce high-quality work that meets company and customer standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Safety-minded

Teamwork

Education

Vocational or technical school training in painting or related trade

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Phillips Staffing in Greenville, SC is seeking a dependable Industrial Painter to join our client's team. You will prepare, paint, and finish locomotive components, ensuring high-quality finishes and strict safety compliance in a busy manufacturing environment.

You will operate grinders, sanders, and forklifts, mix coatings, and apply paint to large and small parts while maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to PPE policies.