Painter – Hiring Event – December 4, 2026

Oshkosh Corp.; Wisconsin; Presencial; USD 37.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Wellness Programs

Descripción de la vacante

Oshkosh Corporation’s Kewaunee Fabrications site is hiring industrial painters for a special event on Friday, December 4, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 520 N. Main St., Kewaunee, WI 54216.

Starting pay ranges from $26.75 to $29.25 per hour with shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shifts, plus wage progression and annual increases. Ideal candidates have experience with spray painting, industrial coatings, or finishing and can work safely in a manufacturing setting.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of industrial painting, spray painting, or finishing experience preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or fabrication environment advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Perform industrial spray painting and finishing on complex fabricated components.
• Prepare surfaces and apply coatings per customer specs and quality standards.
• Mix, apply, and adjust coatings for consistent high-quality finishes.
• Inspect finished products for coating thickness, appearance, and quality.
• Identify and correct coating defects through touch-ups and rework.

Conocimientos

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Ability to follow procedures

Independent work

Reading specifications

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Spray painting equipment

Coating application equipment

Descripción del empleo

## Painter – Hiring Event – December 4, 2026Apply: Kewaunee, Wisconsin, United States: Full time: Posted Today: R51956**About Kewaunee, an Oshkosh company****Kewaunee Fabrications is a top-quality, heavy fabrication specialist. Since 1941, we've offered turnkey advantages by providing all aspects of heavy fabrications—manufacturing, engineering, cutting, forming, welding, machining, blasting, painting and assembly—under one roof. It's what we do. From start to finish, we offer the single-source advantages of greater control and efficiency, improved accuracy and complete accountability. In 1999, Kewaunee Fabrications joined the Oshkosh family and helps transform tomorrow with their innovative heavy fabrication capabilities.**# **Hiring Event! | Friday, December 4, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM** **Kewaunee Fabrications | 520 N. Main St., Kewaunee, WI 54216** # **Join Our Team!**Kewaunee Fabrications, an Oshkosh Corporation company, is looking for **skilled and motivated Industrial Painters** to join our team! If you have experience with **spray painting, industrial coatings, or high-quality finishing** and take pride in producing exceptional work, we want to meet you! # **About Kewaunee Fabrications**Kewaunee Fabrications has been a trusted name in heavy fabrication since 1941. We provide complete, in-house manufacturing solutions, including engineering, cutting, forming, welding, machining, blasting, painting, and assembly.As part of Oshkosh Corporation, we combine the strength and stability of a Fortune 500 company with the hands-on expertise of a dedicated fabrication team. # **What We Offer*** **Starting Pay:** $26.75–$29.25/hour (based on skills and qualifications)* **Shift Premium:** Additional $1.00/hour for 2nd and 3rd shift* **Wage Progression:** Pay increases every six months until reaching top pay, followed by annual increases # **Comprehensive Benefits Package*** Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage* Health Savings Account (HSA)* Life Insurance and Disability Coverage* 401(k) with Company Match and Pension Plan* Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays* Employee Stock Purchase Program* Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs # **Shift****1st Shift:** Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM**2nd Shift:** Monday – Friday | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM**3rd Shift:** Sunday – Thursday | 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM* Paid lunch period* Overtime opportunities available based on production needs # **What You'll Do*** Perform industrial spray painting and finishing on complex fabricated components* Prepare surfaces and apply coatings according to customer specifications and quality standards* Mix, apply, and adjust coatings to achieve consistent, high-quality finishes* Inspect finished products for proper coating thickness, appearance, and overall quality* Identify and correct coating defects through touch-ups, blending, and rework* Use specialized painting techniques, including color mixing, nonskid coatings, and detailed finishing* Paint complex components such as ladders, baskets, turntables, walkways, and other fabricated assemblies* Clean, maintain, and perform preventive maintenance on painting and mixing equipment* Complete required production paperwork and quality documentation* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following safety and environmental procedures # **What We're Looking For*** Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail* Ability to work independently and maintain high-quality standards* Ability to follow painting procedures, work instructions, and customer specifications* Ability to identify and correct painting or finishing defects* Ability to meet medical clearance requirements for respirator use* Ability to work in confined spaces as required* Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, including material handling and lifting, with lifting equipment available as appropriate # **Preferred Qualifications:*** High school diploma, technical training, or equivalent education* One to three years of industrial painting, spray painting, or finishing experience* Previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment* Experience with complex coating applications and high-quality finishes ## Ready to Join Our Team?**We're Hiring Industrial Painters!** Take the next step in your career with Kewaunee Fabrications! **Hiring Event: Friday, December 4, 2026****Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM****Location: 520 N. Main St., Kewuanee, WI 54216** Apply today to be considered for our upcoming hiring event and explore opportunities to join a team that values quality, craftsmanship, and a job well done. **We look forward to meeting you!**Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [e-mail] Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be \"U.S. Persons,\" as defined in these regulations. Generally, a \"U.S. Person\" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It’s a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day. As part of a People First culture, you’ll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you.