Industrial Spray Painter: Finishes, Prep & Safety

Whirlwind Steel Buildings and Components; Tallapoosa (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Whirlwind Steel is seeking a Spray Painter to apply protective primers and finishing coats to metal products, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. This role supports a clean, organized shop and adherence to safety protocols.

The position requires operating overhead cranes, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with a team to deliver high-quality finished products on schedule in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts is essential.
• Must pass a pulmonary fit test to meet safety and health standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Familiarity with industrial painting techniques and safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean surfaces by removing grease, dirt, and other contaminants using materials such as lacquer thinner, turpentine, soap, and water.
• Select and mix coating liquids to match desired colors and specifications using paddle or mechanical mixers.
• Pour coating liquids into spray containers, connect spray guns to air hoses, and adjust sprayer valves and nozzles for optimal spray width and pressure.
• Skillfully apply primers and finishing coats by directing the spray gun to ensure even coverage and quality finish.
• Remove rust from metal surfaces using grinders, wire brushes, or steel wool as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
• Operate overhead cranes and monorail paint hoists to manage and position items for painting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Industrial painting techniques

Safety practices

Teamwork

Independent work

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Whirlwind Steel is seeking a Spray Painter to apply protective primers and finishing coats to metal products, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. This role supports a clean, organized shop and adherence to safety protocols.

The position requires operating overhead cranes, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with a team to deliver high-quality finished products on schedule in a fast-paced environment.