Painter

Standard Iron & Metal Co.; Town of Hartford (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Iron & Metal Co. is seeking a Painter to join our production finish team. You will apply powder and wet spray coatings, ensuring parts meet durability and aesthetic standards while following rigorous safety practices.

The role involves loading/unloading the paint line, adjusting equipment for efficient flow, inspecting finished pieces against drawings, and maintaining documentation. A strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow technical written instructions and engineering standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication to collaborate with team.
• Ability to pass a vision test and meet physical requirements.
• Committed to safety protocols and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Apply powder coat and wet spray finishes to parts per specs.
• Load/unload the paint line and monitor equipment for flow.
• Inspect finished parts against drawings for zero-defect delivery.
• Perform cleaning and color changes to prevent cross-contamination.
• Move materials using overhead cranes and rigging.
• Record operational data and material specs from work orders.

Skills

Technical reading

Team communication

Quality adherence

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Painter

Role Overview:

As a Painter, you are a critical part of our production finish team. You will be responsible for applying high-quality powder and wet spray coatings,or Finishing techniques to ensure every part meets our engineering standards for durability and aesthetics. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional committed to efficiency, safety, and "defect-free" craftsmanship.

Class A specifics

Key Responsibilities:

• Precision Finishing:Apply powder coat and wet spray finishes to various parts, ensuring uniform coverage and adherence to specifications.
• Line Operations:Manage the paint line (loading/unloading), monitor equipment performance, and make real-time adjustments to maintain flow.
• Quality Control:Inspect finished pieces against engineering drawings and tolerances to ensure zero-defect delivery.
• Maintenance & Setup:Perform thorough cleaning and color changes to prevent cross-contamination; conduct routine equipment maintenance.
• Material Handling:Safely move materials using overhead cranes, rigging, and lifting equipment.
• Documentation:Interpret work orders for material specs and labeling requirements; accurately record operational data.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Experience:Proven ability to follow technical written instructions and engineering standards.
• Communication:Strong verbal and written skills to collaborate with the team and participate in training.
• Technical Aptitude:Ability to pass a vision test (corrective lenses okay) and meet physical assessment requirements for the role.
• Education:High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Reliability:A commitment to safety protocols and a team-first mentality.