Industrial Painter

Generon Igs•Houston, TX

10d

About The Position

The Industrial Painter prepares surfaces and applies industrial paints, primers, and coatings according to work orders, drawings, specifications, and customer requirements. The role operates spray guns and other painting equipment, verifies coating thickness with a calibrated mil thickness gauge, and ensures work meets applicable military specifications (MIL-SPEC), quality standards, and production schedules. The painter also maintains equipment and the paint booth, follows safety and environmental procedures, records paint usage and completed work, and reports defects, equipment issues, or material shortages to the supervisor. The IGS Group has sales and manufacturing operations in the United States and China, and sales-only offices in Germany and Norway. The company specializes in technologies that separate atmospheric gases from compressed air systems and process gases such as biogas, hydrogen, and helium.

Requirements

At least 3 years of industrial painting experience.
Knowledge of surface preparation, paint mixing, and industrial coating application.
Experience operating spray guns and industrial painting equipment.
Ability to read and follow work orders, drawings, and coating specifications.
Ability to use a mil thickness gauge to verify coating thickness in accordance with applicable MIL-SPEC and customer requirements.
Knowledge of paint inspection, quality standards, and defect identification.
Knowledge of proper handling and storage of paints, solvents, and hazardous materials.
Ability to follow safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift materials as required.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to work independently and meet production deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience applying military-specification (MIL-SPEC) coatings and verifying coating thickness to meet customer requirements.

Responsibilities

Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning and sandblasting to remove rust, oil, and other contaminants.
Mix and apply industrial paints, primers, and coatings according to specifications.
Operate spray guns and other painting equipment safely and efficiently.
Use a calibrated mil thickness gauge to verify coating thickness and ensure compliance with applicable MIL-SPEC and customer requirements for thickness, color, and overall quality.
Follow work orders, drawings, and customer specifications.
Maintain painting equipment, tools, and the paint booth in clean working condition.
Follow safety procedures, including proper use of PPE and handling hazardous materials.
Maintain accurate records of paint usage and completed work as required.
Meet production schedules and quality standards.
Identify and report defects, equipment issues, or material shortages to the supervisor.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Follow company policies and environmental regulations for paint storage, disposal, and emissions.