Precision Prep Painter for Defense Parts

American Rheinmetall; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall, a trusted leader in defense manufacturing, seeks a Prep Painter to ready parts for painting and coating processes. You will work with production and finishing teams to ensure surfaces are properly prepared for final painting or coating.

Responsibilities include cleaning, sanding, masking, applying primers and topcoats, and maintaining equipment. OSHA safety practices and PPE use are essential in this fast-paced plant environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with surface preparation or industrial painting is preferred.
• Understanding of coatings and primers used in defense manufacturing.
• Follows safety and OSHA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal, plastic, and other materials by cleaning, sanding, grinding, and masking to remove contaminants.
• Loads and unloads materials onto pallets, skids, conveyors, or trucks.
• Inspect materials for surface imperfections before beginning the preparation process.
• Apply primer and topcoats to touch up surfaces.
• Maintain and clean prep equipment (sanders, grinders, spray booths).
• Work with painters and quality control to meet specifications.
• Utilize MRP systems to manage production schedules and material requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Safety standards

Teamwork & communication

Defense coatings knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

American Rheinmetall, a trusted leader in defense manufacturing, seeks a Prep Painter to ready parts for painting and coating processes. You will work with production and finishing teams to ensure surfaces are properly prepared for final painting or coating.

Responsibilities include cleaning, sanding, masking, applying primers and topcoats, and maintaining equipment. OSHA safety practices and PPE use are essential in this fast-paced plant environment.