Industrial Painter - 2nd Shift

INNIO•Waukesha, WI

27d•$30 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Painter is a key member of the assembly operations unit, responsible for critical painting requirements in engine production. The role prepares engines throughout the paint process, including washing, masking, painting, and final detailing, and manages routine maintenance of paint tools, systems, and equipment. This position is fully on-site in Waukesha, Wisconsin, with a second-shift schedule, typically Monday through Friday. Flexible hours and shifts may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma and/or relevant professional spray paint experience.
Knowledge of required tools and equipment, including paint gun operation.
Ability to calibrate gauges and measuring equipment.
Comfort working at heights.
Ability to meet physical and cognitive demands, including lifting a minimum of 40 lbs.
Ability to wear a respirator.

Nice To Haves

Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
Team-oriented and accountable for team success in meeting business objectives, including taking responsibility for decisions and outcomes.
Ability to adapt and handle multiple tasks successfully.
High attention to detail, thoroughness, and accuracy.

Responsibilities

Paint all engine types and parts according to engineering specifications in preparation for customer shipment.
Complete paint inspection reports and document non-conformities to support root-cause analysis and assembly-process improvements.
Perform basic assembly-related repairs when non-conformances are identified during final inspection.
Operate paint wash booth startup and shutdown processes and ensure booth temperatures and safety resets are functioning.
Control the paint gun during painting, following cleaning procedures and adjusting gun fluid as required.
Track inventory of paint gun parts, consumables, and other materials used in the area.
Manage the 2KS system to introduce paint throughout the lines and troubleshoot as needed.
Follow work instructions to identify engine parts that must be masked before painting.
Detail engines by hand-painting raised lettering, performing touch-ups, and applying grease to necessary exposed engine parts.
Maintain proper paint kitchen function by identifying correct motor pressures and ensuring adequate supplies of paints, solvents, and catalyst.
Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance on paint and wash systems to ensure optimal operation and alignment with manufacturer specifications.