Industrial Painter-Sterling

Default•Sterling, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Painter is responsible for painting industrial equipment, including preparing surfaces, mixing paint, using spraying equipment and paint booths, rolling and touching up surfaces, and applying decals. The role requires completing assigned painting tasks efficiently and to quality standards while following safe work practices and company procedures. The painter may work with unpleasant or toxic fumes and materials and must use appropriate protective equipment. The position is based in a manufacturing shop environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
0–1 years of related experience.
Detail-oriented with good workmanship and the ability to take and follow direction with little to no supervision.
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and as part of a team.
Ability to operate paint spray, mixing, and booth equipment and to work from ladders and lifts.
Ability to select appropriate coatings, paints, or sprays and prepare them using automated paint mixing equipment in the correct ratios.
Forklift and overhead crane experience required.
Ability to read and interpret a tape measure, engineering drawings, and bills of material (BOMs).

Nice To Haves

Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Complete daily painting production requirements and assigned painting tasks efficiently.
Use paint spray equipment and manual painting products in various positions to paint industrial equipment.
Check production schedules or shop request lists and plan work tasks.
Clean, sand, grind, and prepare equipment surfaces for painting.
Apply primer and finish coats with attention to safety, quality, and efficiency.
Mix and match paint, including selecting coatings and preparing them in the correct ratios.
Clean and maintain spray guns and other painting equipment.
Monitor painting work and inspect finished products to ensure quality and compliance with Astec guidelines.
Ensure materials are labeled accurately and proper materials and equipment are used.
Follow safe work practices, company policies, and procedures.
Wear masks, fresh-air breathing apparatus, or other safety equipment as needed when working with hazardous paint vapors.
Attend weekly department safety meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned, which may occasionally include duties for training purposes.