Painter I - Sheet Metal (All Crews)

AAON, Inc.; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

AAON, Inc. in Longview, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Painter to apply finishes to manufactured products, prepare surfaces, select paints, and maintain equipment to meet quality standards.

You will work with production teams, follow safety protocols, and document paint usage and color formulas while ensuring clean, efficient workflow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, 6 months experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning and sanding to ensure coating adhesion.
• Repair surface imperfections before painting.
• Mask areas not to be painted.
• Select appropriate paints and colors per specifications.
• Mix paints for desired color and consistency.
• Apply coatings using spray or other techniques.
• Ensure even finish and proper appearance of coatings.
• Monitor humidity and temperature to optimize application.
• Inspect painted surfaces for defects and touch up as needed.
• Maintain and clean painting equipment and booths.
• Follow safety protocols and wear protective gear.
• Dispose of waste materials per regulations.
• Record paint usage, color formulas, and work performed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Paint sprayers

Spray booths

Paint brushes

Job description

Job Summary

Apply paint and coating to various manufactured products, ensuring a high-quality finish and adherence to industry standards. This role involves preparing surfaces, selecting appropriate paint materials, applying coatings using various techniques, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The Manufacturing Painter works closely with production teams to meet production schedules and quality requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Cleans, sands, and prepares surfaces for painting to ensure proper adhesion of coatings.
• Repairs any imperfections or defects on surfaces before painting.
• Masks and covers areas not intended for painting.
• Selects appropriate paint types and colors based on product specifications and requirements.
• Ensures paints and coatings are mixed to achieve desired colors and consistency.
• Applies paint using various spraying techniques.
• Ensures an even and smooth application of coatings to achieve the desired finish.
• Monitors environmental conditions such as humidity and temperature to ensure optimal paint application.
• Inspects painted surfaces for defects, drips, or inconsistencies.
• Touches up or reapplies paint as necessary to achieve a uniform and flawless finish.
• Performs quality checks to ensure the final product meets established standards.
• Cleans and maintains painting equipment such as spray guns and paint booths.
• Troubleshoots and performs minor repairs on equipment as needed.
• Follows safety protocols and guidelines while handling and applying paint and coatings.
• Uses protective gear such as respirators, gloves, and eye protection to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.
• Disposes of paint waste and materials properly according to environmental regulations.
• Collaborates with production teams to ensure efficient workflow and meets production schedules.
• Communicates with supervisors and colleagues regarding paint requirements and any challenges faced.
• Maintains accurate records of paint usage, color formulas, and work performed.
• Documents any quality issues and actions taken to address them.

Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 6 months experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of paint types, colors, and application techniques.
• Familiarity with different painting equipment and tools.
• Strong attention to detail and quality of work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of safety protocols and hazardous material handling.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new painting techniques and technologies.

Work Environment

• Physical stamina and the ability to stand, bend, and lift for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work in manufacturing facilities and regularly be exposed to loud noises, dust and chemical fumes with varying and extreme temperatures.

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.