Paint Technician

Surge Staffing; Eastman (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Surge Staffing is seeking a Paint Technician to join our manufacturing team in Eastman, GA. This hands-on role focuses on paint mixing, surface preparation, and coating application with strict quality inspection.

You will ensure precise coverage and finish, while maintaining safe, clean work areas and accurate documentation. The ideal candidate has experience in industrial painting or related coatings and is detail-oriented, able to follow technical data sheets, and willing to work overtime when

Qualifications

• Previous industrial painting, powder coating, automotive painting, or paint technician experience is preferred.
• Must be detail oriented and able to follow technical data sheets and specifications.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Mix and measure paint, primers, and coatings according to specifications and technical data sheets
• Prepare parts for coating by cleaning, sanding, masking, and other surface preparation
• Apply primer, topcoat, and specialty coatings using appropriate painting equipment
• Monitor coating application to achieve proper coverage, thickness, and finish
• Inspect finished parts for coating defects and quality issues
• Check coating thickness and ensure products meet established specifications
• Maintain clean and organized paint booths and work areas
• Follow FOD (Foreign Object Debris) prevention procedures
• Complete production paperwork and coating documentation accurately
• Follow all safety procedures, work instructions, and quality standards
• Maintain paint equipment and report equipment or process issues
• Assist with other production duties as assigned

Skills

Industrial painting

Powder coating

Automotive painting

Detail oriented

Measuring & mixing

Follow specifications

Overtime willingness

Stamina (stand/wpe)

Tools

Painting equipment

Job description

Paint Technician

Job Summary

We are hiring a Paint Technician to join a manufacturing team responsible for preparing and coating industrial parts. This is a hands-on position involving paint mixing, surface preparation, industrial coating application, and quality inspection.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable working in a production environment, and willing to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Mix and measure paint, primers, and coatings according to specifications and technical data sheets
• Prepare parts for coating by cleaning, sanding, masking, and other surface preparation
• Apply primer, topcoat, and specialty coatings using appropriate painting equipment
• Monitor coating application to achieve proper coverage, thickness, and finish
• Inspect finished parts for coating defects and quality issues
• Check coating thickness and ensure products meet established specifications
• Maintain clean and organized paint booths and work areas
• Follow FOD (Foreign Object Debris) prevention procedures
• Complete production paperwork and coating documentation accurately
• Follow all safety procedures, work instructions, and quality standards
• Maintain paint equipment and report equipment or process issues
• Assist with other production duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous industrial painting, powder coating, automotive painting, or paint technician experience preferred
• Manufacturing or production experience is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to accurately measure and mix materials
• Ability to follow technical instructions and specifications
• Dependable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Willingness to work required overtime
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Surge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Surge is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.