Production Associate - Engine Painter

Cummins Inc.; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Commerce City, CO, is seeking an Engine Painter - Production Associate to join our manufacturing team. You will operate painting equipment, apply coatings to high horsepower engines, and help maintain safety and quality standards on the shop floor.

This role requires hands‑on painting experience, ability to follow work instructions, and the capacity to work independently or with peers to meet production goals. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality are essential.

Qualifications

• Significant manufacturing, industrial painting experience required.
• Experience using painting equipment and spray systems.
• Ability to follow work instructions, quality standards, and safety procedures.
• Experience operating overhead cranes preferred.
• Ability to perform quality inspections and document work.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high quality.

Responsibilities

• Inspect surfaces, mask, prep areas for painting.
• Monitor material inventory and procure painting materials.
• Mix paint to achieve desired color and texture.
• Prime surfaces and apply coatings to engines.
• Follow workplace health and safety rules.
• Load and unload tools and equipment as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Collaborate with peers and cross‑functionally with teams.
• Coordinate service and handle feedback professionally.
• Accurately clock in and out of the time management system.
• Review daily tasks and follow up with leads and supervisors.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Painting experience

Overhead crane operation

Quality inspections

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Painting equipment

Spray systems

Overhead cranes

Job description

Job Summary:

Operates machines and production equipment independently in accordance with quality and productivity requirements safely in a manufacturing environment and may instruct or coach others.

We are looking for a talented Engine Painter - Production Associate to join our manufacturing team in (Commerce City, CO (Henderson)).

Will make an impact in the following ways:

• Prepare,mask,prime,andpaintHighHorsepower(HHP)enginestoqualitystandards




• Operatepaintingequipmentandensureproperapplicationofcoatings




• Performroutinecleaningandpreventativemaintenanceonpaintequipmentandpaintbooths




• Useoverheadcranestomoveandstageenginesthroughoutthepaintingprocess




• Conductqualityinspectionsandidentifynon-conformingmaterials




• Supportproductiongoalswhilemaintainingasafeandorganizedworkarea




• AdheretoCumminsHealth,Safety&Environmentalpoliciesandprocedures

In

order

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successful

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role

you

will

need

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following:

• Significantmanufacturing,industrialpainting,orproductionexperience




• Experienceusingpaintingequipment,spraysystems,andrelatedtools




• Abilitytofollowworkinstructions,qualitystandards,andsafetyprocedures




• Experienceoperatingoverheadcranesorothermaterialhandlingequipmentpreferred




• Ability toperformqualityinspectionsanddocumentcompletedwork




• Strongattentiontodetailandcommitmenttoproducinghigh-qualitywork




• Abilitytoworkindependently,meetproductiongoals,andsupportteammembers




• Highschooldiplomaorequivalentrequired

Engine painter - production associate level III

Painter job description

Job responsibilities:

• Inspect surfaces, mask, prep specific areas for painting.




• Monitor material inventory and cost-effectively buy painting materials (e.g., paint, primer, masking material)




• Mix paint to achieve the correct color and texture




• Prime surfaces and paint engines to desired thickness level.




• Follow workplace health and safety rules




• Load and unload tools and equipment from work areas




• Maintain a clean, tidy work area




• Work well with peers, teammates, and collaborate cross-functionally




• Coordinate service and handle feedback professionally




• Accurately clock in and out of time management system daily




• Manage job details, review daily tasks, and follow up with team leads and supervisors

Qualifications and skills:

• High school diploma or GED




• 2+ years of experience as an automotive engine painter or relevant experience




• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation




• Knowledge of automotive painting techniques on various metals including iron, aluminum, steel, and cast




• Comfortable using different painting tools on various surfaces (e.g., spray equipment)




• Familiar with color theory principles




• Able to perform basic mathematical calculations and convert measurements




• Physically able to sit, stand, kneel, lift, and climb ladders




• Strong planning, organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills




• Great attention to detail, positive attitude, and strong work ethic




• Can work independently and as part of a team environment




• Can communicate




• Able to follow written and verbal instructions




• Friendly with good interpersonal skills

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.

This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:

Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.

Compensation

and

Benefits

Base salary rate commensurate with experience. Additional benefits vary between locations and include options such as our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Cash Balance Pension Plan, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Domestic Partners Coverage and a full complement of personal and professional benefits.

Job

Manufacturing

Organization

Cummins Inc.

Role Category

On-site with Flexibility

Job Type

Shop

Cummins and E-Verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.