Painter I - Powder Coat - 2nd shift

Hubbell Incorporated; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated is seeking a Paint Operator in Oklahoma to prepare surfaces and apply epoxy and urethane wet paints, delivering high-quality finishes across parts and products. You will mask areas, adjust spray equipment, and apply prime or finish coats with attention to detail and safety.

The role requires basic arithmetic, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and use hand tools; prior painting experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of relevant experience preferred.
• Ability to use basic arithmetic for tasks.
• Ability to prioritize workload and multitask efficiently.
• Knowledge of safety equipment usage.
• Ability to use hand tools (gages, guns, pumps).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces and apply epoxy and urethane wet paints to achieve high-grade finishes.
• Masking tape or caps to protect non-coated parts and components.
• Adjust spray gun valves to regulate spray width and pressure.
• Operate spray equipment and apply prime or finish coats.
• Clean and maintain spray booths and equipment.
• Suggest improvements to supervisors for assigned work.
• Follow written and verbal instructions from lead and supervisors.
• Ensure own work meets quality standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Basic arithmetic

Prioritization

Multitasking

Safety awareness

Hand tools

Stand for long periods

Lift 50 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Gages

Spray guns

Pumps

Job description

Job Overview

The Paint Operator prepares surfaces and applies epoxy and urethane wet paints to obtain high-grade finishes on parts or products.

A Day In The Life

• Applying masking tape and/or caps to protect parts and components that are not to be coated.
• Applying wet coat surfaces of manufactured products with epoxy and urethane coatings.
• Adjust valves on spray guns to regulate the width and pressure of spray.
• Pull trigger and direct spray onto the work surface to apply prime or finish coat.
• Properly cleaning and maintaining all spray equipment including booth maintenance.
• Making suggestions to supervisors for improvements associated with assigned work.
• Following instructions, both written and verbal, from the lead person and production supervisors.
• Operating all equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Inspect your own work for conformity to standards.

What will help you thrive in this role?

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years of relevant experience preferred
• Ability to utilize basic arithmetic skills
• Ability to prioritize workload, multitask, and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Knowledge of proper usage of safety equipment
• Ability to use hand tools (gages, guns, and pumps) required (required)
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds (required)
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (required)

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.