Industrial Wet Painter - 2nd Shift

Super Steel, LLC; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 38,573,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Life Insurance

FSA

Paid Holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Super Steel, LLC is seeking an experienced Industrial Wet Painter for the 2nd shift in Mequon, WI. The role focuses on applying high-quality wet coatings to metal parts, ensuring correct film thickness, color accuracy, and adhesion.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of wet painting experience in metal fabrication or similar manufacturing environments. This hands-on position requires reading blueprints and job orders, with safety and quality as top priorities.

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.

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

Team player

Basic math

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

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

Optional overtime available.

Benefits

• 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.