Lead Industrial Painter

WESTERMAN INC•Bremen, OH

11d•$25 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Join our dynamic team as a Lead Industrial Painter and take charge of high-quality coating projects across manufacturing and fabrication environments. In this energetic role, you will lead a skilled team of painters, oversee surface preparation, and ensure flawless application of industrial and construction paints. Your expertise will drive the finishing excellence that enhances durability, safety, and aesthetics of industrial equipment, structures, and machinery. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your leadership skills while applying your technical knowledge in a fast-paced, safety-conscious setting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proven experience in industrial painting, construction painting, or auto painting with a strong understanding of materials handling and surface preparation techniques
Mechanical knowledge combined with hands-on experience using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and airless paint sprayers
Ability to operate forklifts, cranes, and warehouse equipment safely and efficiently (certification preferred)
Familiarity with fabrication processes, machining operations, auto body repair techniques, and precision measurement instruments
Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles to optimize workflow efficiency
Basic math skills for measurements, calculations related to coating thicknesses, and project estimations
Prior warehouse experience or familiarity with manufacturing environments is highly advantageous
Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team while maintaining high safety standards
Computer skills required

Nice To Haves

Certification for operating forklifts, cranes, and warehouse equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate a team of industrial painters, assigning tasks and ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards
Prepare surfaces through cleaning, sanding, grinding, and masking to ensure optimal paint adhesion
Apply coatings using airless paint spraying, brushes, rollers, or other power tools with precision and efficiency
Operate heavy machinery such as forklifts and cranes for materials handling and equipment positioning
Conduct inspections using precision measuring instruments to verify coating thickness and surface quality
Ensure compliance with safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe operation of tools and machinery
Collaborate with fabrication, welding, auto body repair, and machining teams to facilitate seamless project execution
Maintain detailed documentation of work performed, materials used, and inspection results in accordance with company standards