Painter

Xylem • Thomasville, GA

1d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Xylem is hiring an industrial wet paint Painter in Thomasville, Georgia. The Painter prepares and coats manufactured products, helping protect and enhance products used to address water challenges. The position covers the process from surface preparation through final inspection, with a focus on product quality, durability, safety, and customer satisfaction. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and the compensation range is $20.00–$24.00 per hour.

The role may suit an experienced industrial painter or someone looking to develop skills in a manufacturing environment. The Painter follows specifications and quality standards, maintains paint equipment and work areas, and supports safety, quality, and production-efficiency improvements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 1 year of industrial painting experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, charts, and specifications.
• Ability to work independently while meeting production and quality expectations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Dependable work ethic and ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience applying industrial wet paint coatings.
• Experience mixing and matching paint systems.
• Sandblasting experience.
• Forklift operation experience.
• Previous manufacturing or industrial production experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting through sanding, cleaning, masking, and sandblasting operations.
• Apply industrial wet paint and protective coatings to manufactured products according to detailed specifications and quality standards.
• Mix, test, formulate, and adjust coatings to meet color, consistency, and performance requirements.
• Read and interpret paint specifications, technical documents, and manufacturer product data sheets.
• Inspect finished work to ensure coating thickness, appearance, and quality standards are achieved.
• Maintain paint equipment, spray systems, and work areas in safe, clean, and operational condition.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, quality, and production efficiency.
• Follow company safety procedures and environmental guidelines when handling coatings and materials.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the first day.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness programs and resources.
• Employee discount programs.
• Recognition and reward programs.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Paid Volunteer Program (Xylem Watermark).

What This Job Offers

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