Industrial Wet Painter - 2nd Shift

Super Steel; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

AD&D

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

PTO

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Job summary

Super Steel in Mequon, WI is seeking an experienced Industrial Wet Painter for 2nd shift. You will apply high-quality coatings to metal parts and assemblies, focusing on film thickness, color accuracy, adhesion, and finish quality.

This hands-on role requires reading job orders, blueprints and specs, operating spray equipment, performing surface prep, and maintaining safety and 7S standards. Knowledge of automotive or aerospace painting environments is a plus; forklift experience is welcomed.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of industrial wet painting experience preferred.
• Experience in metal fabrication, automotive, aerospace, or a similar manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, job orders, and customer specifications.
• Basic math skills, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Forklift experience is a plus; training and certification provided.

Responsibilities

• Apply wet paint coatings to parts and assemblies according to job orders, customer specifications, and internal documentation.
• Operate spray guns, pumps, pressure pots, and related painting equipment.
• Adjust equipment and application settings to achieve the required finish.
• Perform surface preparation including cleaning, masking, sanding, and solvent wiping.
• Use wet mil gauges and visual inspection techniques to verify coating thickness and finish quality.
• Properly handle, rack, and stage parts for drying and curing.
• Clean and maintain spray guns, paint booths, hoses, and related equipment.
• Maintain 7S housekeeping standards within the work area.
• Perform trained and approved material handling using pallet jacks or forklifts.
• Follow all Super Steel and OSHA safety requirements.
• Complete required documentation and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Read blueprints

Basic math

Reading instructions

Reliable attendance

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Spray painting equipment

Job description

Super Steel, located in Mequon, WI, is an ISO-9001:2015 certified, industry-leading, Tier one, full-service serial production supply partner to global blue-chip Original Equipment Manufacturers. As a trusted strategic partner, we specialize in the production of complex weldments and turn-key finished products that meet precise quality standards. Our unparalleled fullservice metal fabrication and supply solutions reduce our Fortune 500 customers’ overall spend by exceeding their reliability, strength, and performance expectations. We offer a diverse range of supply options, including rapid response cut, form, and machining support, as well as full-service in-house contract metal fabrication, machining, coating, and assembly solutions. These services are well-suited for products that require a high level of manufacturing repeatability and accuracy.

About the Role

Super Steel is looking for an experienced Industrial Wet Painter to join our 2nd shift team in Mequon, WI.

The Wet Painter applies high-quality industrial coatings to metal components and finished assemblies, with a strong focus on film thickness, color accuracy, adhesion, and overall finish quality. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in consistent, high-quality work.

Experience in automotive, aerospace, metal fabrication, or other industrial painting environments is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply wet paint coatings to parts and assemblies according to job orders, customer specifications, and internal documentation
• Operate spray guns, pumps, pressure pots, and related painting equipment
• Adjust equipment and application settings to achieve the required finish
• Perform surface preparation including cleaning, masking, sanding, and solvent wiping
• Use wet mil gauges and visual inspection techniques to verify coating thickness and finish quality
• Properly handle, rack, and stage parts for drying and curing
• Clean and maintain spray guns, paint booths, hoses, and related equipment
• Maintain 7S housekeeping standards within the work area
• Perform trained and approved material handling using pallet jacks or forklifts
• Follow all Super Steel and OSHA safety requirements
• Complete required documentation and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1 year of industrial wet painting experience preferred
• Experience in metal fabrication, automotive, aerospace, or a similar manufacturing environment is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, job orders, and customer specifications
• Basic math skills, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and specifications
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Forklift experience is a plus; training and certification provided

Schedule

2nd Shift: 2:30 PM–11:00 PM, Monday–Friday

• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
• Delta Dental and Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 80 hours of PTO annually, accrued

Most benefits are available after 30 days; 401(k) eligibility begins after 90 days.

Join Super Steel and put your industrial painting skills to work in a stable, quality-focused manufacturing environment.