Painter - 2nd Shift

Koch Enterprises • Strafford, MO

3d

About The Position

The Painter supports the Paint Line Team by applying high-quality powder coating using cone-, disk-, or nozzle-type industrial equipment. The position may rotate between stations as needed. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 3:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Pay is $20–$22 per hour, plus a $2-per-hour shift differential. The employee may need to train on first shift.

The role includes operating and adjusting conveyor and spray equipment, preparing and applying paint, inspecting coated parts, making coating adjustments, and cleaning paint-line equipment. The employee must follow SDS and safety requirements and may be assigned additional tasks. Travel and direct reports are not part of the position. Duties may change.

Requirements

• Ability to read blueprints, specifications, and shop documentation.
• Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, ratios, and percentages.
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, protractors, and tape measures.
• Ability to follow detailed written or verbal instructions.
• Basic problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Quality-focused approach and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to collaborate professionally with coworkers and customers.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Ability to regularly stand, reach, stoop, kneel, and handle materials.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Close, distance, color, and depth perception.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Understanding of powder coating, ovens, conveyors, and wash systems preferred.
• One or more years of manufacturing or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Start and adjust conveyor and spray equipment.
• Set paint pressure and flow and monitor gauges.
• Hang parts as they come off the line.
• Inspect parts for paint quality issues, including runs, sags, and missed areas.
• Adjust spray patterns to correct coating issues.
• Clean paint booths, hooks, grids, and spray equipment.
• Hand-spray parts for touch-ups or rust prevention.
• Mix paint according to specifications and adjust its consistency.
• Follow SDS and safety requirements.
• Complete other assigned tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed