Industrial Painter/Sprayer - Second Shift
About The Position
Juniper, a lighting technology, design, and manufacturing company in Southington, Connecticut, is seeking an experienced Industrial Painter/Sprayer for its second-shift Production team. Under the direction of the Finishing Supervisor, the employee prepares and paints custom-ordered and custom-manufactured lighting fixtures to specifications, mixes paints and lacquers, and uses spray guns and related equipment to achieve high-quality finishes. The role calls for accurate, quality-focused work and contribution to a safe, organized manufacturing environment. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. the following morning, with a 30-minute unpaid meal break and 40 working hours per week. The employee must be available for two weeks of daytime training from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. before moving to the second-shift schedule. Pay is $27.00–$32.00 per hour depending on experience, plus a $2.00-per-hour second-shift differential.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least two years of industrial painting experience.
- Experience operating spray-painting equipment, heated paint booths, and related equipment.
- Experience with body work, including bonding and repairing dents and scratches.
- Experience painting a variety of surface types and proficiency with technical machinery.
- Strong attention to detail, dexterity, and hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to read and follow written directions.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to perform basic math calculations and measurements.
- Availability for two weeks of daytime training from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. before transitioning to the second-shift schedule.
Nice To Haves
- Bead-blasting experience.
Responsibilities
- Apply industrial paint finishes to metals and other substrates used in high-end lighting products.
- Apply lacquer, two-part polyurethane, and other coatings using spray guns or brushes.
- Operate the paint booth, control humidity, and manage drying times and cure rates.
- Prepare surfaces through sandblasting and masking, and select painting techniques appropriate for each surface.
- Mix paints, lacquers, and other solutions to the required consistency.
- Inspect finished surfaces against specifications and touch up defective areas.
- Clean work areas, equipment, supplies, and materials; follow standard safety practices and safely dispose of chemical waste.
- Assist in other areas as needed when no material is ready for painting.
Benefits
- Company-paid 70% health coverage through medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Competitive paid time off and holidays.
- 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match.
- Disability, life, and AD&D coverage at group rates.
- One-month paid sabbatical leave after five years of employment.
- Paid maternal/parental leave.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year.
- Career development through training and advancement opportunities.
- Advanced training.
- Architect-designed working environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
