Production Surface Prep Technician (day & afternoon shifts available)

Waldo Solutions; Michigan; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company-m

Paid time off and holidays

Health insurance stipend

Job summary

Peninsula Powder Coating in Baraga, Michigan is hiring full-time Production Surface Prep Technicians. You will operate equipment to remove dirt, rust, and old paint, and prepare surfaces for painting. The role includes cleaning blast booths and lifting products as needed.

We value hard work and teamwork; training is provided for motivated individuals in a fast-paced environment with shift options. Benefits include competitive pay and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing is a plus; training provided for motivated individuals.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Forklift experience is helpful; training available.
• Attention to detail is essential for quality work.
• Team-oriented and reliable with ability to work independently.
• Ability to meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to clean and prepare surfaces by removing dirt, rust, old paint, and grease.
• Paint preparation tasks and ensure surfaces are properly prepped.
• Clean blast booths and maintain a clean work area.
• Lift and place products for painting as needed.
• Work as part of a fast-paced team to meet production goals.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Forklift operation

Physical stamina

Willing to train

Job description

Peninsula Powder Coating is hiring full-time Production Surface Prep Technicians to join their team in Baraga, Michigan.

In this role, you’ll operate equipment to paint and prepare surfaces by removing dirt, rust, old paint, and grease using pneumatic, electrical, or mechanical tools. You’ll also be responsible for cleaning blast booths.

We believe in hard work and teamwork. If you enjoy a fast-paced workplace where your contributions matter, we’d love to hear from you.

WHAT WE OFFER.

• $16.00 – $22.00 per hour starting pay based on your experience.
• Company provides a monthly stipend to put towards health insurance, if needed.
• Supplemental insurance and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 3% company matching contribution.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick time) and paid holidays.

SCHEDULES AVAILABLE.

This is full-time position. Schedules may flex based on company production needs.

• Day shift: 7am – 3:30pm (Monday-Friday)
• Afternoon shift: 3:30pm – 2am (Monday-Thursday)

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR.

• Experience: Previous manufacturing or industrial experience is a plus, but we’re happy to train motivated individuals with a great work ethic.
• Physical Abilities: You should be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds safely, as you’ll be lifting and placing products for painting.
• Forklift Operation. Previous forklift operator experience helpful; we provide training if needed.
• Attention to Detail: We value precision, so being detail-oriented is essential.
• Team Player: You should be organized, reliable, and able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Deadline Driven: You can handle time constraints and ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality.