Painter

La Crosse Sign Co., Inc.•Onalaska, WI

52m•Onsite

About The Position

A Commercial Sign Painter at La Crosse Sign Group will apply their skills in painting to create, restore and maintain signs used in industrial and commercial settings. This includes preparing surfaces, mixing paints, applying stencils and graphics, painting using different application tools, and ensuring all signs meet specific quality standards.

Requirements

Experience painting, preferably in the automotive or sign industries.
Knowledge and demonstrated ability to apply paint on a variety of materials i.e., Aluminum, steel, sheet metal, acrylic, and wood.
Paint and bodywork prep skills.
Able to read and interpret blueprints for special applications.
Ability to see color and natural aesthetic instincts.
Familiarity with painting tools, mixing and application processes.
Time management skills to ensure tasks are completed on schedule while still maintaining quality standards.
Collaboration and teamwork skills.
Willingness to educate and support peers and team members.
Commitment to quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

Prepare surfaces for painting by removing grease, dirt, or rust using abrasives, solvents, and brushes. Smooths and applies primer.
Mix and match colors to produce the desired hues and ensure paint adheres properly to surfaces.
Apply paint and any decorative/protective coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment to obtain a smooth and consistent finish.
Manage inventory of supplies such as paints, solvents, brushes, and applicators. Organizes stockroom.
Maintains the spray booth and other ancillary paint spraying equipment (spray guns, air compressor, etc.) to prescribed schedule and as needed; this will include changing filters, keeping the walls and floors clean, along with other tasks.
Performs quality assurance procedures to ensure La Crosse Sign Group standards are achieved.
Assist with continuous improvement initiatives by creating and following process standards, remains flexible to complete tasks collaboratively with team members and offers suggestions for improvement.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of trends in industry and technology to serve as an informational resource to leaders and customers.
Completes all paperwork related to the painting process.
Trains coworkers and assists in establishing finishing and sanding standards in Fabrication. Will work in and support other production departments as needed.
Complies with all safety procedures to minimize health risks and the effect of painting on the work environment.
Ensure compliance with all fire codes including storage and mixing limits, as well as labels and disposes of any hazardous materials following state and federal regulations.