Paint Subject Matter Expert

Building Composites • Moraine, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Building Composites is an innovative manufacturing company poised to transform the built world with our cutting-edge fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) structures. We leverage top-tier engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, and deep market insight to redefine industry standards. Joining Building Composites means being part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence. If you're passionate about craftsmanship, leadership, and innovation, this is the place for you. We are seeking a highly skilled Paint Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide advanced technical expertise in manual spray painting techniques and support operation of the company’s automatic paint line. This is a hands-on role focused on delivering consistent, high-quality finishes on composite parts while assisting with robotic system operation, troubleshooting, and process optimization. The ideal candidate has expert-level knowledge of industrial spray painting processes and a strong eye for quality. Automotive painting experience is a plus due to the finish quality and attention to detail required.

Requirements

• Expertise in professional spray gun techniques (HVLP, air-assisted airless, or airless).
• Knowledge of surface preparation, masking, and finishing standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot paint issues and recommend corrective actions.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of hands-on spray painting experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with robotic or automatic paint line operations preferred.
• Automotive or other high-finish painting experience is a strong plus.
• Technical training or certification in industrial painting or coatings preferred.
• Robotic painting experience helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Apply primers, basecoats, and topcoats using professional spray gun systems (HVLP, air-assisted airless, or airless).
• Prepare, mask, and coat parts to meet finish specifications.
• Perform high-precision painting needs, including touch-ups and blending.
• Maintain consistency in coating thickness, adhesion, and visual quality.
• Operate and monitor robotic painting equipment.
• Assist with adjustments and optimization to ensure robotic output meets finish quality standards.
• Troubleshoot issues in partnership with engineering and maintenance teams.
• Inspect painted parts for defects, uniformity, and compliance with specifications.
• Record quality checks, paint usage, and rework activity.
• Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to resolve coating issues.
• Clean and maintain spray guns, booths, and paint line equipment.
• Ensure compliance with PPE requirements and environmental/safety standards.
• Support safe material handling and ventilation practices.
• Recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and consistency.
• Provide input into standard operating procedures and process improvements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead and shape a growing team.
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment and continuous improvement culture.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment with room to grow.

What This Job Offers

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