Industrial Coating Applications Lead & Heavy Equipment Finishing Specialist

Impact Solutions•Duluth, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an opportunity to join a premier, globally recognized industrial equipment manufacturer specializing in high-performance heavy machinery and advanced work tools. Built on a fierce culture of stability, safety, and internal promotion from within, this company completely rejects rigid corporate politics, treating its technical finishing team as vital foundational assets and ensuring long-term career longevity. This career-track role is ideal for a skilled painter or auto body technician who wants to transition away from the unpredictable workflows, flat-rate insurance hassles, and chaotic environments of standard automotive body shops. Operating in an incredibly clean, climate-controlled facility with state-of-the-art ventilation and booth infrastructure, you will enjoy steady, year-round hours and true technical autonomy. Your surface preparation and precision liquid spray skills will translate directly into the durability and aesthetic appeal of massive industrial components. It is the ideal setup for a reliable craftsman looking for financial security, professional respect, and an excellent local reputation.

Requirements

At least 1 year of hands-on experience utilizing professional liquid spray systems, automotive wet paints, or high-durability industrial coatings.
Direct proficiency in paint mixing ratios, mil-thickness verification, and a deep understanding of flash times and chemical curing for industrial-grade wet paints.
A sharp eye for finishing aesthetics with the patience and precision required to perform flawless prep, avoiding runs, sags, or orange peel on massive components.
Complete capability to pass standard medical clearance and fit-testing to safely wear a respirator within an active, heavy manufacturing environment.
A rock-solid, dependable work history demonstrating long-term career commitment and reliable performance with previous employers; frequent job-hopping will not be evaluated.
United States Citizens or Green Card holders only.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1+ year of Auto Body Schooling OR equivalent hands-on Industrial/Automotive Painting experience is a strict requirement.
Comfort utilizing or learning to operate overhead bridge cranes and heavy material handling equipment to position massive steel weldments safely.

Responsibilities

Performing high-quality surface preparation, including professional-grade sanding, meticulous masking, and chemical cleaning of large-scale industrial components.
Mixing industrial-grade coatings, primers, and catalysts to exact chemical specifications, carefully managing drying times, finish hardness, and long-term corrosion resistance.
Operating advanced spray equipment, pressure pots, and precision touch-up tools to apply flawless protective and aesthetic finishes to heavy-duty machinery.
Executing final product detailing, including the accurate placement, alignment, and application of custom vinyl cut graphics and branding decals onto finished equipment.
Safely utilizing overhead bridge cranes and material handling equipment to transport, flip, and position massive steel structures through the preparation and painting bays.
Maintaining a high-efficiency workspace by managing paint kitchen consumables and performing routine preventative maintenance on booth filtration and gun equipment.
Collaborating closely with assembly and fabrication teams to meet daily production timelines while adhering to strict 5S cleanliness and safety protocols.