Industrial Painter

OTC•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Industrial Painter cleans, prepares, repairs, and paints interior and exterior surfaces, structures, production equipment, cement lines, and small items. The role includes selecting appropriate materials and application methods, applying paint using a range of tools and techniques, performing touch-ups, and ensuring proper ventilation and safe disposal of chemical waste. The employee maintains painting equipment and a clean work area, follows work orders and supervisory instructions, and complies with company safety policies, OTC Principles of Conduct and Action guidelines, and 5-S requirements. Duties may change according to operational needs, and the employee may fill in for an absent or vacationing employee in the same role. The position pays $27 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 to 3 years of painting experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Working knowledge and understanding of continuous improvement.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment using problem-solving and prioritization skills.
Willingness to obtain additional training as needed.
Ability to solve problems professionally and effectively and remain calm in high-stress situations.
Ability to work an 8-hour day on one's feet, repeatedly lift 50 pounds over a normal workday, and safely climb ladders.
Physical strength to operate machinery; stamina for work involving heavy machinery.
Diligence, attention to detail, and good organizational skills.
Ability to communicate with all levels of the plant facility and strong oral communication skills.
Ability to follow written procedures and work independently or with a team under minimal supervision; self-driven and motivated.

Responsibilities

Clean and paint interior or exterior surfaces, structures, production equipment, cement lines, and small items.
Read work orders and follow instructions from a supervisor or manager to complete painting activities safely and efficiently.
Prepare surfaces using methods such as sanding, wire brushing, paint removal, and hand washing; repair surfaces with caulking, putty, or similar materials.
Select suitable painting materials and application methods, remove fixtures when appropriate, and protect floors and equipment with drop cloths and masking.
Perform minor repairs, including foam insulation work, and paint or strip lines on cement.
Use ladders and aerial lift platforms to perform elevated painting tasks in accordance with safety and health guidelines.
Maintain painting equipment, including paint guns and sanders, and keep tools in working order.
Maintain painting tools such as brushes, airbrushes, and rollers; remove previous paint using masking or chemical rinses as appropriate.
Use viscosity cups and thickness gauges to assess paint amount and texture, and use required safety equipment and PPE.
Dispose of chemical waste safely, ensure proper ventilation after applying paint, and maintain a clean work area and equipment.
Follow company safety policies, OTC Principles of Conduct and Action guidelines, 5-S requirements, written procedures, and verbal instructions.
Process requisitions and order supplies.
Communicate with all levels of the plant facility and work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
Perform other assigned or implicit duties and fill in for an absent or vacationing employee in the same role.