Painter (Wet)

JCB•Pooler, GA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Wet Painter performs industrial wet paint application, surface preparation, and finishing operations on Skid Steer Loader (SSL) machines and components at JCB North America. The role ensures painted products meet quality, durability, and appearance standards while supporting production efficiency in a high-volume manufacturing environment. The position is full-time and non-exempt, based in Pooler, Georgia. The job includes preparing surfaces; applying and touching up coatings; handling parts and materials; operating and maintaining paint systems; inspecting finishes; supporting production and quality teams; applying continuous-improvement practices; and following safety and environmental requirements. The employee may also perform demasking and post-paint handling, support other production areas, and complete production and quality documentation. The work may take place in an office and occasionally in a manufacturing or factory environment. Conditions may include noise, temperature changes, hot or cold climates, and dust. The role requires a flexible schedule, including Friday through Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and may require overtime or varying shifts. Physical demands include repetitive activity; lifting or moving up to 10 pounds regularly, 35 pounds frequently, and 50 pounds occasionally; reaching, grasping, turning the wrist, pushing and pulling; and bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods. The employee must be able to keep pace with production speed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1–2 years of experience in industrial, automotive, or manufacturing painting.
Experience operating material-handling equipment such as a forklift, crane, or manipulators.
Ability to pass pre-employment requirements, including a drug screen and background check.
Strong understanding of industrial wet-paint processes and coating applications.
Ability to operate spray guns, pneumatic tools, and painting equipment.
High attention to detail and focus on finish quality and consistency.
Ability to identify defects and take corrective action independently.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Strong work ethic, accountability, and reliability.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including Friday through Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.; overtime or varying shifts may be required.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting, repetitive activity, and extended standing.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of experience in heavy manufacturing, industrial coating, or automotive paint environments.
Experience with heavy equipment or large-scale components.
Forklift certification or ability to obtain it.
Knowledge of coating systems, paint mixing, and surface-preparation techniques.

Responsibilities

Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, masking, and staging parts before painting.
Apply industrial wet coatings with spray equipment, meeting film-thickness, adhesion, and finish requirements.
Perform paint touch-up and rework to correct defects and maintain product consistency.
Mix and handle coatings according to manufacturer specifications and safety guidelines.
Load and unload parts and assemblies using manipulators, conveyors, and forklifts.
Maintain workflow on the paint line and meet production targets and takt-time requirements.
Coordinate with upstream and downstream operations to minimize delays and downtime.
Operate and maintain paint spray systems, pressure pots, and related equipment.
Clean, flush, calibrate, and properly set up spray equipment.
Visually inspect painted components for compliance with quality, thickness, and finish standards.
Identify and correct common paint defects, including runs, sags, orange peel, contamination, and missed coverage.
Work with Quality and Production teams to reduce defects and improve first-pass yield.
Apply lean manufacturing and continuous-improvement principles to improve paint processes.
Participate in root cause analysis to eliminate recurring defects and recommend improvements to efficiency, waste, and coating performance.
Follow health, safety, and environmental regulations, including OSHA and hazardous-material handling standards.
Wear required PPE, including respirators, protective clothing, safety glasses, and gloves.
Maintain a clean and organized work area according to 5S standards.
Perform demasking, finishing, and post-paint handling of components.
Support other production areas as needed to meet manufacturing goals and deadlines.
Complete required production and quality documentation accurately.