Industrial Painter & Finisher – Liquid Spray & Wet Coatings

Impact Solutions•Duluth, MN

1d•$0 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This career-track seat offers unmatched stability for skilled painters or auto body technicians looking to step away from unpredictable flat-rate insurance hassles and chaotic body shop environments. The employer is a globally recognized, privately held manufacturer specializing in high-performance heavy machinery and advanced industrial tools. Built on a strong culture of safety, stability, and internal promotion, this organization rejects corporate politics and treats its finishing team as vital craftsman assets. Operating in a pristine, climate-controlled facility equipped with state-of-the-art spray booths and ventilation, 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 equipment.

Requirements

1+ year of liquid spray experience utilizing automotive wet paints, high-durability industrial coatings, or completion of a formal Auto Body / Collision Repair program.
Understanding of paint viscosity, mixing ratios, mil-thickness testing, flash times, and surface prep methods to prevent runs, sags, or orange peel.
Ability or willingness to learn overhead bridge crane operation; ability to pass standard medical clearance and respirator fit-testing.
A sharp eye for finishing aesthetics and commitment to flawless surface preparation on high-value equipment.
A dependable, steady work history demonstrating long-term tenure and multi-year commitment with prior employers.
Residing within a comfortable daily commuting radius of the Greater Duluth, MN / Superior, WI area.
US Citizen or Green Card holder

Responsibilities

Perform thorough surface prep, including professional sanding, masking, and chemical cleaning on large-scale steel weldments and industrial components.
Mix industrial-grade coatings, primers, and catalysts to exact chemical ratios, controlling flash times, finish hardness, and corrosion resistance.
Operate advanced spray guns, pressure pots, and touch-up equipment to apply flawless protective and aesthetic finishes on heavy machinery.
Execute final product detailing, including the precise alignment and application of custom vinyl cut graphics and branding decals.
Safely operate overhead bridge cranes and rigging gear to transport, flip, and position massive steel structures through prep and paint bays.
Manage paint kitchen inventory and perform routine preventative maintenance on booth filtration systems, fluid lines, and spray guns.
Work alongside fabrication and assembly teams to meet production timelines while strictly adhering to 5S cleanliness and safety protocols.