Painter - 2nd Shift

Koch Enterprises; Strafford (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Koch Enterprises in Strafford, Missouri seeks a 2nd Shift Painter (Powder Coat) to operate powder coating equipment and ensure high-quality finishes. This role may train on the 1st shift.

Responsibilities include running conveyors, adjusting spray parameters, inspecting coatings, and maintaining safety and cleanliness on the paint line.

Qualifications

• Able to read and interpret shop drawings, specs, and documentation.
• Strong math skills including fractions, decimals, and ratios.

Responsibilities

• Start and adjust conveyor and spray equipment.
• Set paint pressure and flow; monitor gauges.
• Hang parts as they come off the line.
• Inspect parts for paint quality and fix runs, sags, or misses.
• Adjust spray patterns to correct coating issues.
• Clean paint booths, hooks, grids, and spray equipment.
• Hand spray parts for touch ups or rust prevention.
• Mix paint per specifications and adjust consistency.
• Follow SDS and safety requirements.
• Complete other assigned tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality focus

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measures

Job description

2nd Shift Painter (Powder Coat) Shift: Monday-Thursday 3:30pm-1:30am Pay: $18/hr-$20/hr+$2/hr Shift Differential This position may need to train on 1st shift.

Job Purpose

Support the Paint Line Team by applying high quality powder coating using cone, disk, or nozzle type industrial equipment. You may rotate between stations as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Start and adjust conveyor and spray equipment.
• Set paint pressure and flow; monitor gauges.
• Hang parts as they come off the line.
• Inspect parts for paint quality (runs, sags, missed areas).
• Adjust spray patterns to correct coating issues.
• Clean paint booths, hooks, grids, and spray equipment.
• Hand spray parts for touch ups or rust prevention.
• Mix paint per specifications and adjust consistency.
• Follow SDS and safety requirements.
• Complete other assigned tasks.

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred (not required)

Experience & Knowledge

• Understanding of powder coating, ovens, conveyors, and wash systems preferred
• Ability to read blueprints, specs, and shop documentation
• 1+ year manufacturing or related experience preferred
• Basic math skills (fractions, decimals, ratios, percentages)
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, protractors, and tape measures
• Ability to follow detailed written or verbal instructions
• Basic problem solving abilities

Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Quality focused; continuous improvement mindset
• Able to collaborate professionally with coworkers and customers
• Problem solving and troubleshooting capabilities

Physical Requirements

• Regular standing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and handling materials
• Lift/move up to 50 lbs regularly
• Vision requirements: close, distance, color, and depth perception

Other Details

• Travel: None
• Direct Reports: None
• Duties may change; additional tasks may be assigned