Industrial Painter - Day shift

Default • Eugene, OR

2d

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 involves preparing equipment surfaces, applying primer and finish coats, monitoring work quality, and ensuring finished products meet Astec’s guidelines. The painter spends a substantial portion of work time spray painting and may work with unpleasant or toxic fumes and materials while wearing appropriate protective equipment. Occasional duties may be assigned for training purposes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience in spray-coating application in an industrial manufacturing production environment, or at least 1 year of experience as a Painter 1.
• Attention to detail and good workmanship, with the ability to take and follow direction with little to no supervision.
• 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 mix them in the correct ratios using automated paint-mixing equipment.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience.
• Ability to read and interpret a tape measure, engineering drawings, and bills of material (BOMs).

Nice To Haves

• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe work practices and attend weekly department safety meetings.
• Review the production schedule or shop request list and plan work tasks.
• Clean, sand, grind, and prepare equipment surfaces for painting.
• Apply primer and finish coats safely, efficiently, and with attention to quality.
• Operate paint sprayers and other equipment to apply industrial paint to metals or products.
• Mix and match paint, including preparing coatings in the correct ratios using automated paint-mixing equipment.
• Clean and maintain spray guns and other painting equipment.
• Monitor work to ensure desired results and inspect products to confirm they meet Astec’s guidelines.
• Ensure materials are labeled accurately.
• Apply decals, roll and touch up painted surfaces, and operate paint booths as needed.
• Use a mask, fresh-air breathing apparatus, or other safety equipment when needed while working with products that emit hazardous vapors.
• Perform occasional other duties for training purposes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED