Painter

PINNACLE PRECISION SHEET METAL CORP•Anaheim, CA

38d•$20 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Painter prepares, coats, cures, and finishes metallic components according to customer requirements, engineering specifications, and internal quality management system procedures. The role supports product conformity, process control, and traceability under ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality standards. The Painter prepares parts for coating, applies powder coating and/or wet paint using approved equipment and process parameters, operates and monitors coating systems and curing ovens, and performs in-process and final inspections. The position also documents nonconforming product and process deviations, follows environmental, health, safety, and chemical-handling procedures, performs routine preventive maintenance and housekeeping, and collaborates with the team on continuous improvement. This position is based at 5410 E La Palma Ave, Anaheim, California. The schedule is Monday through Friday on first shift, 5:00 AM–1:40 PM, with occasional weekend work and overtime as production or business needs require. Daily PPE use is required. The work environment includes moving mechanical equipment, airborne particles, fumes, coating chemicals, occasional temperature variations, and loud noise. Work is performed under controlled procedures and applicable quality and safety requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is desired.
Minimum 3 years of experience in powder coating and/or wet paint application is strongly desired.
Knowledge of powder coating and/or wet paint application processes.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality documentation.
Understanding of surface preparation, masking, and finishing requirements.
Familiarity with coating equipment operation and preventive maintenance practices.
Strong visual inspection skills and attention to detail.
Basic computer skills for documentation, tracking, and data entry systems.
Ability to follow written, verbal, and process-controlled instructions in a regulated environment.
Safety-conscious and compliance-driven work behavior.
Dependable, self-motivated, and team-oriented.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-controlled environment.
Commitment to continuous improvement and standardized work practices.
Ability to stand, use hands and fingers, reach, communicate verbally and audibly, walk, bend, lift, perform repetitive motions, and occasionally climb and maintain balance.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Close visual acuity for inspecting surface finish and coating quality.
For compliance with U.S. export-control requirements, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing or aerospace-controlled environment is ideal.

Responsibilities

Prepare parts for coating, including cleaning and surface preparation such as sanding or blasting, according to work instructions and procedures.
Apply powder coating and/or wet paint using approved spray equipment and defined process parameters.
Verify job travelers, work orders, and material identification before processing.
Operate coating systems, including spray guns, booths, hoppers, ovens, and related equipment.
Monitor curing ovens to ensure specified time and temperature requirements are met.
Adjust application parameters, such as flow rate, pressure, and coating thickness, within approved process limits.
Perform in-process and final visual inspections of coated parts for cosmetic, coverage, and workmanship conformance.
Identify, document, and report nonconforming product according to the Nonconformance Control Procedure.
Use measurement and verification tools, such as viscometers, as required by process specifications.
Ensure work meets engineering drawings, customer specifications, and quality requirements.
Operate and monitor coating equipment, including spray systems, booths, ovens, and filtration systems.
Report equipment malfunctions and process deviations to supervision using escalation procedures.
Follow EHS procedures for proper handling, storage, and disposal of coating materials and chemicals.
Perform routine preventive maintenance, including filter changes, and maintain paint-system housekeeping.
Comply with applicable safety regulations and company policies.
Collaborate with supervisors and team members on continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.