Industrial Spray Painter & Coatings Technician

TAIT; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental, andVision

Health Savings Account (HSA) with emp.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employer-paid life insurance

Short-term/Long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan with company匹

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness stipends

Voluntary benefits

Paid vacation and 12 holidays

Job summary

TAIT in Lititz, PA is seeking a Spray Painter I to support fabrication and coating projects. You will wash parts, prep materials, mask, and position components for painting, while adapting to a variety of coating systems and processes.

This role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency; experience with water-based paints and basic paint equipment is preferred, along with flexibility for overtime and varied shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or industrial paint certification/degree.
• 1-2 years of automotive and/or industrial coatings application experience a plus.
• Basic knowledge of paint equipment and paint booth operation.
• Basic knowledge of hoist operation a plus.
• Familiarity with metal abrasive treatments (chemical etching, degreasers).
• Ability to paint using water-based paint.
• MS Office familiarity (Word, Excel, Outlook) a plus.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility with work schedule, including some holidays and alternate shifts; OT as needed.

Responsibilities

• Wash parts for paint prep and/or fabrication requirements.
• Prep material for paint by masking/plugging holes, applying mechanical etching, etc.
• Place or rig material on table or hanging rig as required for painting application.
• Prioritize work in paint queuing line as applicable.
• Force dry materials with compressed air and/or fans.
• Learn new skills, concepts, and/or processes to meet client needs.
• Manage delivery of material to designated area(s).
• Ensure TAIT’s 5 standards of care are coordinated into all daily activities: Safety, Quality, Team, Schedule, and Cost.
• Perform tasks satisfactorily with minimal supervision.
• Manage priorities as they change throughout a shift.
• Accurately capture all labor hours and material in Epicor.
• Work efficiently and effectively to ensure adherence to schedules, production goals, and budget.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, including tools and equipment.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, as well as sanitation regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Prioritization in fast-paced env

Schedule flexibility

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma/GED/industrial paint cert

Tools

Paint equipment

Paint booth operation

Hoist operation

MS Office suite

Job description

TAIT in Lititz, PA is seeking a Spray Painter I to support fabrication and coating projects. You will wash parts, prep materials, mask, and position components for painting, while adapting to a variety of coating systems and processes.

This role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency; experience with water-based paints and basic paint equipment is preferred, along with flexibility for overtime and varied shifts.