Spray Painter

Array Marketing•Toronto, ON

10d•CA$24 - CA$25•Onsite

About The Position

Array Marketing is a global leader in the retail display and in-store merchandising services industry with over 40 years of experience. They serve global brands and rely on their team of over 2,000 employees worldwide to create great retail experiences. The company is committed to growth, innovation, and serving customers. They are seeking critical thinkers with a strong work ethic and a focus on best practices and customer outcomes to join their team. The role of Spray Painter reports directly to the Team Coordinator of the Finishing department and is a hands-on production role responsible for executing painting jobs from start to finish. This includes surface preparation, mixing coatings, spray application, and final quality inspection and cleanup. The Spray Painter will play a key role in delivering high-quality finishes that meet strict standards for appearance, durability, and color consistency, using industrial spray equipment and surface preparation tools in a fast-paced environment. Precision, consistency, and attention to detail are essential for this role, contributing directly to product quality and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Several years of hands-on experience in spray painting, ideally in a manufacturing, automotive, industrial, or production environment.
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Confident using spray guns, compressors, mixing systems, sanding tools, and masking materials.
Understanding of surface preparation techniques and how they impact finish quality, adhesion, and durability.
Ability to interpret work instructions, visual standards, and specifications to deliver consistent results.
Ability to troubleshoot finish issues and adjust technique, equipment settings, or material application to correct defects.
Takes pride in producing clean, consistent, high-quality finishes.
Strong in identifying surface imperfections and ensuring color consistency and visual accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple work orders, adjust to shifting priorities, and maintain focus in a fast-paced production environment.
Equally effective working independently or as part of a team.
Communicate clearly and professionally.
Open to feedback and coaching.
Build effective working relationships with teammates, supervisors, and other departments to support production flow.
Willing to work extended hours during peak production periods to support delivery timelines.

Nice To Haves

Additional training or certification in spray painting or coatings is an asset.
Experience in color matching is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare surfaces and materials by cleaning, sanding, and masking components to ensure proper surface preparation and paint adhesion.
Mix paints and coatings to achieve accurate color matches and consistent finishes, including adjustments for viscosity and application requirements.
Apply paint and coatings using spray equipment to achieve even coverage, correct thickness, and high-quality finishes.
Adjust spray settings and techniques based on material type and product requirements.
Identify and correct surface or finish defects such as runs, uneven coverage, or contamination.
Inspect completed work for defects and ensure all painted products meet internal quality standards.
Support collaboration with the quality and production teams to ensure consistency and alignment with specifications.
Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of spray guns, booths, and related equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Promptly report equipment issues or safety concerns to the supervisor.
Follow all WHMIS requirements and Occupational Health & Safety Act & Regulations, as well as company safety policies and procedures.
Ensure safe handling of paints, coatings, and hazardous materials at all times.

Benefits

Ownership and pride in your craft.
Build hands-on expertise in industrial spray painting.
Develop speed, consistency, and technical confidence.
Work in a structured production environment where quality standards are clearly defined and expected.
Be part of a team that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Ideas to improve processes and finish quality are encouraged.
Skill development in a specialized trade environment.
Learn directly from experienced team members.
Build capability in a highly practical trade.
Gain exposure to a range of coatings, substrates, and finishing requirements.