Painter

Steel Craft•Hartford, WI

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Painter is responsible for applying coatings, including powder, wet, and/or polyurethane finishes, to metal components. This role requires precision, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and quality standards. This position will have experience in industrial painting, surface preparation, and the operation of painting equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of experience and/or training in production painter position.
Must possess knowledge of powder and wet coating applications and techniques.
Must possess mechanical aptitude.
Knowledge of reading, writing, and understanding work instructions, work orders, or customer specifications.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge/experience with wet painting applications and techniques
Knowledge/experience with troubleshooting and maintenance of paint guns/equipment

Responsibilities

Prepare metal surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, and applying primers as necessary.
Apply powder, wet, and/or polyurethane coatings using appropriate techniques and equipment.
Operate and maintain painting equipment, including spray guns, curing ovens, and ventilation systems.
Ensure proper thickness and even application of coatings according to specifications.
Inspect finished work to ensure quality, durability, and compliance with industry standards.
Identify and repair paint defects.
Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of painting equipment.
Perform color changes in accordance with company procedures.
Adjust paint equipment settings for optimal coatings quality.
Identify equipment malfunctions and adjust settings as needed.
Follow company policies, safety protocols, and quality assurance guidelines to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Accurately allocate paint usage in ERP system.
Accurately fill out required operations and quality paperwork.
Train and coach employees on fundamental paint techniques and equipment operations/procedures.