Senior Industrial Painter & Coatings QC Lead

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; New Hampton (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Afinitas in New Hampton, IA, part of Barry-Wehmiller, seeks an experienced coating operations lead to oversee painting processes in a manufacturing plant. You will operate air-assisted paint guns, cranes, and paint booths while ensuring safety and quality to meet production schedules.

You will mentor Level I and II technicians, develop inspection procedures, and maintain quality management systems for coatings with a strong emphasis on accuracy and craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 6+ years of experience with corrosion control and coating inspection.
• Certified or able to certify in forklift and crane operation.
• Knowledge of air assisted paint guns.
• Experience using tape measures, rulers, protractors, and squares.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate air assisted paint gun with proper PPE.
• Prepare and mask items for painting.
• Operate overhead and jib cranes.
• Operate down draft paint booth.
• Perform preventative maintenance in a timely manner.
• Inspect structures or materials for paint booth operation.
• Develop and enforce inspection procedures and project specifications.
• Manage coating operations, including quality management systems and safety/environmental programs.
• Provide technical guidance to Level I and II technicians.
• Work with high autonomy in a QC/inspection role.

Skills

Corrosion control

Coating inspection

Quality management

Lift heavy objects

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Air assisted paint gun

Tape measures

Rulers & protractors

Job description

Afinitas in New Hampton, IA, part of Barry-Wehmiller, seeks an experienced coating operations lead to oversee painting processes in a manufacturing plant. You will operate air-assisted paint guns, cranes, and paint booths while ensuring safety and quality to meet production schedules.

You will mentor Level I and II technicians, develop inspection procedures, and maintain quality management systems for coatings with a strong emphasis on accuracy and craftsmanship.