Precision Paint Prep Technician

Sunbelt Solomon; Solomon (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Solomon is seeking a Paint Technician to prepare and paint transformer units at our Kansas facility. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and company policies while maintaining a clean, compliant workspace.

The position involves following work orders, assessing units for defects, mixing and applying paint, and ensuring equipment like paint guns remains in good condition. OSHA10 certification is preferred, and prior paint manufacturing experience is valued.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• OSHA10 certification preferred.
• 1 year experience in paint manufacturing preferred.
• 1 year experience with material handling equipment (forklift, crane) preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders.
• Strong emphasis on safety and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review checklist and follow work order instructions to ensure specifications.
• Assess units prior to painting and check for issues; escalate defects.
• Mix paint and ensure viscosity matches specifications.
• Replace paint in pots/drums as needed.
• Ensure paint guns are in working order and spray pattern is correct.
• Clean unit as needed with air or tack cloth.
• Apply primer and paint to meet quality expectations.
• Inspect finished unit for quality and readiness for assembly.
• Disassemble and spray unit parts as required; move to final assembly.
• Follow all safety protocols and wear PPE (respirator, gloves, glasses).
• Maintain a clean, safe workstation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety excellence

Attention to detail

Team player

Strong communication

Problem solving

Cooperative attitude

Reading work orders

Education

High school diploma or GED

OSHA10 certification (preferred)

Tools

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Basic hand tools

Job description

Sunbelt Solomon is seeking a Paint Technician to prepare and paint transformer units at our Kansas facility. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and company policies while maintaining a clean, compliant workspace.

The position involves following work orders, assessing units for defects, mixing and applying paint, and ensuring equipment like paint guns remains in good condition. OSHA10 certification is preferred, and prior paint manufacturing experience is valued.