Painter - 1st Shift

Mi-T-M Corporation; Peosta (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mi-T-M Corporation is seeking a dedicated Painter to apply powder coat with precision in a production booth. You will operate spray equipment, monitor booth conditions, and prepare parts to ensure consistent, high-quality finishes.

You will perform color changes, refill powder, and conduct post-paint inspections while maintaining a clean, safe workspace and adhering to all PPE requirements in a factory environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, and fumes.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy in coating applications.
• Good problem-solving skills to troubleshoot booth issues.
• Ability to follow safety protocols in a factory environment.
• Clear spoken and written communication for team coordination.
• Willingness to stand for long shifts and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains paint guns and booth equipment per manufacturer instructions and procedures.
• Applies powder coating to metal parts with even coverage and quality adherence.
• Monitors booth conditions (temperature, humidity) to ensure optimal painting.
• Prepares parts including masking, cleaning, and defect inspection before coating.
• Performs color changes and refills powder hopper as production requires.
• Conducts quality checks after painting for surface smoothness and consistency.
• Maintains cleanliness of the booth and workspace; follows safety rules and PPE requirements.
• Troubleshoots equipment to minimize downtime and supports continuous workflow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hours: 5:00am - 3:00pm, Monday through Thursday (overtime hours as needed)

Job Summary

A Painter is responsible for applying powder coat with precision and consistency in accordance with company and customer specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains paint guns, spray equipment, reclaim equipment, and other tools in the booth according to the manufacturer instructions and company procedures
• Applies powder coating to metal parts with precision, ensuring even coverage and adherence to quality standards
• Monitors the temperature, humidity, and other environmental factors in the paint booth to ensure optimal painting conditions
• Ensures proper preparation of parts before painting, including masking, cleaning, and inspecting for defects
• Perform powder coat color changes as necessary, according to daily production plan
• Refilling the powder coat hopper when necessary
• Maintain the cleanliness of the paint booth and immediate working area
• Conducts quality checks after painting to ensure surfaces are smooth, uniform, and meet internal and external customer specifications
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues to maintain workflow and minimize downtimeAdditional duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Great work ethic and attendance
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable transportation
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, unsupervised, or in a team environment
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Flexibility and adaptability – maybe remove this, seems ambiguous and unnecessary
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to use various computer systems
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Willingness to stand for up to ten hours daily, throughout the shift
• Ability to follow all safety protocols and procedures
• Willingness to wear PPE and work in a factory environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, odor, and fumes
• Flexibility to work various shifts based on production needs
• High school diploma or GED required