Automotive Finish Painter

New Flyer • Winnipeg, MB

55d • $37

About The Position

As a key member of the Paint Shop team, this position is responsible for executing high-quality painting processes on large-scale transit vehicle components in a fast-paced production environment. This includes spraying, mixing, polishing, and maintaining painting equipment while ensuring precision and efficiency across a variety of metal and composite surfaces.

Requirements

• Previous experience in high-volume automotive, heavy-duty transportation, or aviation painting is strongly preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints to determine paint application areas, color matching, and sequencing.
• In-depth knowledge of paint preparation, priming sequences, and finishing procedures for various materials, including aluminum, steel, fiberglass, and plastic.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify imperfections, inconsistencies, and proper adhesion.
• Ability to work efficiently under production deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination, precision, and technique in spray painting applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Automotive Refinishing or a related trade is considered a strong asset.
• Hands-on experience working with Axalta paints or similar high-performance coatings is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-volume production painting on large transit bus components, ensuring a smooth and durable finish that meets quality standards.
• Review and interpret detailed blueprints and work instructions to confirm correct paint colors, application areas, and sequence of operations.
• Prepare and paint a variety of metal surfaces, including metal-on-metal, metal-on-weld, and metal-on-plastic applications, adjusting techniques based on material properties.
• Complete minor fiberglass repairs and surface preparation to ensure seamless paint application.
• Mix Axalta paint systems, including activators and primers, while adhering to manufacturer specifications to achieve optimal adhesion and durability.
• Apply paint using 1-quart gravity feed spray guns and 2-quart siphon feed spray guns, adjusting techniques to cover large surface areas efficiently.
• Maintain and clean spray guns, nozzles, and other painting equipment to ensure consistent application quality.
• Utilize advanced painting techniques, including feathering, blending, and masking, to achieve precise finishes.
• Work efficiently within a high-paced production environment, balancing quality, speed, and consistency to meet production targets.
• Follow strict safety procedures when handling paints, solvents, and pressurized equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Registered pension plan with generous company match
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies
• We are proudly named one of Manitoba’s Top 25 employers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed