Painter I

Alamo Group Inc.; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamo Group in Seguin, TX seeks a dedicated Paint Line Operator to support the powder coat process. You will hang and prepare parts, operate the paint applicator, and ensure quality finishes while following safety guidelines.

The role requires ability to lift up to 35 lbs, stand for long periods, read basic instructions, and work with team members across departments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment at our Seguin facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year paint experience preferred, especially powder coat/electrostatic spray.
• Ability to read and follow painting instructions and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts for paint process (masking tape, surface cleaning).
• Hang and fasten parts into the paint conveyor system.
• Install specified powder coat parts and apply paint using the applicator.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure quality compliance.
• Meet painting needs from all assembly departments.
• Clean and maintain paint booth and equipment.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe work area.
• Transport heavy materials using dollies and forklifts.

Skills

Paint knowledge

Use paint tools

Basic math & reading

Apply paint

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Sander

Scraper

Tape

Forklift operation

Job description

Position Summary:

Under minimal supervision hangs and removes parts using paint line monorail. Moves, selects, organizes, and prepares parts before and after the paint process. Fastens and secures parts to ensure that they are safely processed through the paint process. Powder coat paints manufactured parts in accordance to designated paint specifications. Organizes and maintain all parts in their correct designated area before and after painting process. Operates heavy machinery for the purpose of safely transporting product to and from the paint area.

Essential Functions of the Job:

1. Prepares parts for paint process (apply masking tape and clean paint surface)
2. Hang and fasten parts into the painting conveyer system
3. Installs specified powder coat parts and operates applicator onto work surface to apply paint.
4. Inspects parts to ensure finished product meets quality specifications
5. Meet painting needs from all assembly departments
6. Clean and maintain paint booth and equipment
7. Maintain good housekeeping and a safe work area
8. Transport heavy materials through the use of Dollies, Forklifts, and other equipment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):

1. Knowledge of paint characteristics (application and drying time)
2. Must be able to read and use paint tools (sander, scraper, tape, etc)
3. Basic math and reading skills needed
4. Must be able to operate paint applicator as well as other hand and power tools
5. Must have good clear acuity
6. Good communication skills both written and verbal
7. Ability to work in a team environment

Education and Experience:

1. High school diploma or GED preferred
2. One (1) year paint experience (prefer powder coat and electro static spray gun)
3. Must know how to operate forklift

Working Conditions:

1. Ability to lift, push or pull up to 35 pounds alone and greater than 35 pounds with assistance.
2. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time (up to 8+ hours) as required by tasks being completed.
3. Ability to wear appropriate PPE, including hearing/eye protection, gloves and safety shoes.
4. Must be able to work overtime as needed to complete job assignments.
5. Ability to work in a non-climate controlled manufacturing plant environment.
6. Must be able to work in confined spaces.
7. Must be able to tolerate heights.
8. Frequent walking, bending, stooping, reaching and climbing as required by tasks being completed.
9. Must be physically capable of wearing a pressure demand respirator.

Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).