Industrial Spray Painter - 2nd Shift

Eaton; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation time (day one)

Weekly pay

Shift premiums $2.50/hr

Career progression

Retirement benefits

Paid parental leave

Educational assistance

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is hiring an Industrial Spray Painter for the 2nd shift to join our team in Wisconsin. The role involves painting Terra-Tran units and power units, with a 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm shift and possible overtime. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered, paid in two installments, subject to terms.

Weekly pay and shift premium are included. The successful candidate will prepare surfaces, mask areas, monitor viscosities, and coordinate with crane operators to move units in and out of

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous industrial, manufacturing, or automotive spray-painting experience.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.
• No relocation benefit; within 50 miles of Waukesha, WI.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all surfaces to be sprayed properly including bare metal, sanding and feather edging.
• Mask bushings and transformer accessories to prevent painting of unintended areas.
• Check Bills of Materials for color and mull thickness; record unit serial numbers.
• Adjust and check pump pressures, heater temperatures, and air/ fluid pressures for optimal spray.
• Check paint viscosity using Zahn cup and stopwatch at shift start and mid-shift.
• Maintain correct fluid and air pressures in spray pots; ensure no missed areas.
• Clean and replace filters; keep spray booth and floors clean.
• Clean and lubricate spray guns at end of shift; wear respirator as trained.
• Coordinate with crane operator for moves of large units in/out of booth.

Skills

Industrial spray-painting experience

United States work authorization

Geographic area within 50 miles of Wau

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Career Opportunities: Industrial Spray Painter - 2nd Shift (76376)

Requisition ID76376-Posted10/23/2026

Eaton’s ES AMER ESSdivision is currently seeking aIndustrial Spray Painter - 2nd Shift.

The hourly rate for this position is$26.20 to $27.80 + $2.50 shift differential per hour. The hours for this shift are 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory at times.

Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

This position is offering a sign-on bonus of $2,000* paid in two installments, less applicable withholding.*Bonus terms:

• Bonuses are being offered for a limited time only. Applications must be submitted on or after January 1st, 2024 to qualify.
• Bonuses are only applicable to specific job types and shifts; additional terms and conditions may apply.
• Associates must be employed at the time of the payout.

Why work at Eaton?

Below are a few of the outstanding benefits we offer:

• Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
• Paid holidays - up to 12!
• Weekly pay
• Shift premiums - $2.50/hr for off shifts & Opportunities for overtime.
• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

What you’ll do:

Eaton’s Electrical Power Systems Division is currently seeking an Industrial Spray Painter – 2nd Shift to join our team!

Position overview:

The Spray Painter sands, cleans, masks, and paints all Terra-Tran units, Power Units, field returns, and fabricated components which require final finishing. All units must be painted before final inspection.

In this function you will:

• Prepare all surfaces to be sprayed properly. This includes bare metal areas and the proper sanding, feather edging of previously painted surfaces. All in-house rework and field returns are painted in this booth.
• Be knowledgeable as to what bushings and associated transformer accessories must be masked to prevent them from being painted.
• Check the Bills of Material for correct color and specified mull thickness. Record serial number of units repainted and affixed to the unit for identification.
• Adjust and periodically check all pump pressures, heater temperatures, air and fluid pressures to maintain the best possible spraying application condition.
• Paint viscosity at the beginning of the shift and at mid-shift, use a Zahn cup and stopwatch to check paint viscosities when required.
• Check and maintain proper fluid and air pressure in pressure pots used for spraying all special colors.
• Check units with great care to ensure that no areas have been missed.
• Change filters and maintain cleanliness of spray booth associates floor areas on a scheduled basis.
• Clean and lubricate all spray guns at the end of the shifts.
• Become certified to wear a personal respirator.
• Clean and maintain personal respirator on a scheduled basis.
• Procure all paints from Paint Room as needed, using hand cart and barrel truck.
• Operate 15,000 lb. electric walker to move smaller units into paint booth.
• Coordinate with crane operator all moves of large units in and out of the spray booth.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (General Education Degree) is required.
• Previous industrial, manufacturing, or automotive spray-painting experience
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Waukesha, WI will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous working knowledge of industrial airless and/or air pressure painting
• Minimum of six (6) months previous spray-painting experience is preferred

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Skills:

Position Criteria:

• Ability to obtain and maintain medical clearance for respirator use required for the painting operation.

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