$1,000 Sign-on

Valley Craft Industries Inc•Lake City, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Powder Coat Painter / Paint Booth / Wash Prep I | 2nd Shift | Lake City, MN $1,000 Sign-On Bonus | On-the-Job Training Provided Start your career with Valley Craft Industries, a family-owned Minnesota manufacturer with over 70 years of experience producing high-quality material handling, storage, and safety solutions. Join a supportive team in a clean, safety-focused environment where you can learn new skills and grow your career. If you’re reliable, detail-oriented, and ready to work in a hands-on role — we want to hear from you! Why This Is a Great Opportunity • $1,000 sign-on bonus • No weekends — great work-life balance • Competitive pay + opportunities for overtime • Strong benefits & paid time off • Friendly, team-oriented environment • Opportunity to learn powder coating, paint booth, and wash prep processes • Personal and professional growth potential Schedule 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday | 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM What You’ll Learn & Do • Prepare parts for powder coating: clean, wash, degrease, mask, and hang • Operate powder coat and electrostatic spray equipment per specifications • Load/unload parts on paint line and ovens • Monitor coating thickness, coverage, and finish quality • Inspect parts and perform touch-ups or rework as needed • Adjust gun settings, powder flow, air pressure, and assist with color changes • Clean and maintain spray equipment and booths • Follow work instructions, quality standards, and spray patterns • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized paint area • Support production flow as a line handler and package/stage finished parts • Communicate issues to supervisors and team members • Perform other duties as assigned What We’re Looking For • High school diploma or GED preferred • Prior powder coating or painting experience in a manufacturing environment preferred • Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to operate spray and line equipment • Ability to follow written and demonstrated work instructions • Attention to detail and commitment to quality finishes • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks • Ability to stand, walk, kneel, stoop, and sit for long periods • Comfortable working in hot or cold manufacturing environments • Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays Benefits • Paid Time Off (PTO) + 9 Paid Holidays • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance • 401(k) Plan + Profit Sharing • Referral Program • Friendly, collaborative team environment • Opportunities for training, growth, and advancement Valley Craft Ind. Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley Craft Ind. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, or veteran status.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred
Prior powder coating or painting experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to operate spray and line equipment
Ability to follow written and demonstrated work instructions
Attention to detail and commitment to quality finishes
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, stoop, and sit for long periods
Comfortable working in hot or cold manufacturing environments
Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays
Continuous standing, walking, bending, and reaching
Must be able to kneel, stoop, and sit as needed
Comfortable working in hot and cold manufacturing environments
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs