Precision Industrial Spray Painter

TotalEnergies Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Deutschland GmbH is seeking a paint process operator in Massachusetts to prepare parts for painting, mix and apply paints, and operate spray equipment while maintaining safety and quality standards. The role emphasizes adherence to work instructions and PPE in a team setting.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, spray painting training preferred or 3–5 years related experience, and the ability to read English instructions. U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; spray painting training preferred.
• 3–5 years related experience or equivalent training.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Ability to comprehend and follow English work instructions and safety rules.
• Ability to perform repetitive work with attention to detail and speed.
• Experience with surface prep and painting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following safety procedures and PPE.
• Layout parts on tables for painting preparation.
• Move materials using prescribed handling techniques.
• Prepare and clean metals: degreasing, derusting, phosphatizing, wheelabrating, painting.
• Mix paints to proper viscosity and adjust spray guns for finish and coverage.
• Operate spray painting equipment to produce quality parts.
• Check work using the prescribed quality procedure and notify lead of issues.
• Maintain inspection records and change notices.
• Work to eliminate non-value-added activities and cross-train as needed.

Skills

Safety focus

Attention to detail

Dexterity

Teamwork

English docs

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Spray painting training

3-5 years experience

Job description

Responsibilities for the position include:

Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following company safety procedures and required PPE.

Identify and use proper materials and metals.

Layout parts on tables in preparation for the painting process.

Move materials as necessary using prescribed material handling techniques.

May prepare and clean metals - .operations include; degreasing, derusting, phosphatizing, wheelabrating, hand and spray painting.

Mix paints to proper viscosity for spraying as required by specs, fill tanks; adjust spray guns to obtain required finish, coverage, and economy; adjust pressures.

Applies prepared paints Operate equipment producing quality parts while meeting efficiency standards and proper levels of working inventory.

Check work using the prescribed quality procedure, record and notify the lead person of any issues, making corrections as instructed.

Maintain all necessary documents such as inspection check sheets on produced parts or equipment, labor cards, or change notices.

Work to eliminate non-value-added activities.

Work as part of a team cross-training as needed.

Requirements:

Exhibit a high degree of responsibility with an emphasis on safety

Be aware of the respiratory requirements in their areas and cleared for usage

Able to perform essential functions of the job per OSHA standards and complete medical evaluation for the use of a respirator as needed.

Clean, maintain and store the equipment as required

Position requires a High School Diploma or GED. (Preferred)

Technical training in industrial spray painting preferred or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to comprehend and train to documents such as work instructions, safety rules, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals written in the English language.

Ability to perform repetitive work, change tasks frequently, maintains attention to detail and speed without loss to production.

Ability to detect and correct process problems on assigned workstations.

Work with minimal supervision, while maintaining proper safety, quality, and inspection standards.

Must be U.S Citizen