Skilled- Painter

QPS Employment Group; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group in Kenosha, WI is seeking an experienced Industrial Painter to prepare surfaces and apply protective and decorative coatings to equipment and components. You will work with spray equipment, compressors, and sandblasters while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires six years of painting experience or a comparable background, strong attention to detail, and the ability to read instructions and work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six years of painting experience preferred or equivalent training.
• Experience with industrial spray painting and protective coatings.
• Proficient with compressors, sandblasters, spray guns and related equipment.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by washing, scraping, sanding, sandblasting and smoothing materials.
• Apply paints, stains, primers, varnishes, lacquers and protective coatings.
• Operate spray equipment, air compressors, sandblasters and other painting tools.
• Mix, match and tint paints to achieve color and finish specifications.
• Inspect painted surfaces for quality, coverage and consistency.
• Maintain and clean painting equipment, tools and work areas.
• Properly handle, store and dispose of paints, solvents and hazardous materials.
• Follow SDS and safety procedures and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot painting equipment and identify process improvements.
• Maintain an organized workspace and support quality/continuous improvement.

Skills

Painting experience

Industrial spray painting

Surface preparation

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Spray equipment

Compressors

Sandblasters

Job description

Position Title: Painter

Wage: $25.00 per hour Shift: 1st Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm (Mon-Fri)

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Industrial Painter to join a manufacturing team. This position is responsible for preparing surfaces and applying protective and decorative coatings to industrial equipment, components, and structures. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with industrial painting techniques, surface preparation, spray equipment, and safe handling of painting materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by washing, scraping, sanding, sandblasting, and smoothing materials.
• Apply paints, stains, primers, varnishes, lacquers, and protective coatings to various surfaces.
• Operate spray equipment, air compressors, sandblasters, and other painting tools.
• Mix, match, and tint paints to achieve proper color and finish specifications.
• Inspect painted surfaces to ensure quality, consistency, and proper coverage.
• Maintain and clean painting equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Properly handle, store, and dispose of paints, solvents, and hazardous materials.
• Follow Safety Data Sheets (SDS), workplace safety procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot painting equipment and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Maintain an organized work environment while supporting quality and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six years of painting experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of technical training and hands-on experience.
• Experience with industrial spray painting, surface preparation, and protective coatings.
• Proficiency using compressors, sandblasters, spray guns, and related equipment.
• Knowledge of paint mixing, application techniques, and finishing processes.
• Understanding of hazardous material handling and workplace safety procedures.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality finishes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills preferred.Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, and repetitive hand movements.
• Comfortable working around manufacturing equipment, paint fumes, airborne particles, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.