Paint Prep Technician — Temp-to-Hire, Overtime

Global Power Components; Kansas; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Power Components in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Paint Prep team member to support Industrial Painters and help keep production moving. You will prepare materials, surfaces, tools and equipment for painting, and follow safety procedures in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role involves masking, sanding, cleaning, and assisting with setup and material handling. Overtime eligibility is available, and this is a temp-to-hire position on-site Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or production environments preferred but not required.
• Experience with sanding, masking, grinding, surface preparation, or paint preparation is a plus.
• Ability to safely operate basic hand tools, power tools, sanders, grinders, and other prep equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn industrial paint preparation processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist Industrial Painters by gathering and preparing materials, tools, equipment, paint supplies, and other items needed for each job.
• Prepare steel and aluminum surfaces for painting through cleaning, sanding, masking, taping, grinding, and other preparation methods.
• Mask and protect areas of fabricated components that should not be painted.
• Move materials, parts, tools, and supplies throughout the paint department as needed.
• Set up work areas and ensure painters have the necessary materials and equipment available to complete jobs efficiently.
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining paint equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Keep the paint department clean, organized, and properly stocked.
• Follow work instructions and direction from painters, leads, and supervisors.
• Support production needs and changing priorities throughout the shift.
• Follow all company safety procedures and required PPE guidelines.
• Perform other paint department and general production duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Global Power Components in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Paint Prep team member to support Industrial Painters and help keep production moving. You will prepare materials, surfaces, tools and equipment for painting, and follow safety procedures in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role involves masking, sanding, cleaning, and assisting with setup and material handling. Overtime eligibility is available, and this is a temp-to-hire position on-site Monday–Friday.