Industrial Spray Painter: Water-Based Coatings, 1st Shift

Johnson Electric; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Growth and development opportunities

Hands-on role with safety and quality

Job summary

Johnson Electric in Vandalia, Ohio, is seeking a Production Painter for the 1st shift. You will apply water-borne base paint to small metal parts using hand-operated spray equipment and prepare components for painting, ensuring proper coverage and quality while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

The role emphasizes precise coating application, color/appearance inspection, and adherence to schedules and safety procedures. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this hands-on position.

Qualifications

• Must be able to recognize proper coating coverage and paint defects.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow written work instructions, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Apply water-borne base paint to small metal parts using a hand-held spray gun.
• Prepare components for painting by cleaning, wiping, masking, and other prep.
• Mix, stir, thin, and prepare coatings per work instructions and specs.
• Adjust spray equipment to maintain spray pattern and finish.
• Inspect painted components for color, coverage, and quality; perform touch-ups if needed.
• Load, position, handle, and unload small metal parts before/after painting.
• Follow drying, curing, and safety requirements; keep work area clean.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Stand for long periods

Lifting up to 25/40 lbs

Tools

Hand-held spray gun

Spray equipment

Paint booth maintenance

Job description

Johnson Electric in Vandalia, Ohio, is seeking a Production Painter for the 1st shift. You will apply water-borne base paint to small metal parts using hand-operated spray equipment and prepare components for painting, ensuring proper coverage and quality while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

The role emphasizes precise coating application, color/appearance inspection, and adherence to schedules and safety procedures. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this hands-on position.