Painter

Job Description

As a painter, you will prep, prime, fill, paint and finish the builds of the Fabrication/router departments using materials commonly used in the automotive/sign painting industries. The merchandise that is finished in this area must have a perfect finish and must be completed without blemish. Any flaws in metals or various materials will be filled with body fillers or glazing putties and sanded to a premium quality surface before applying paints and/or clear coats.

• Being aware of the types of projects at hand, and which materials are best suited for completion
• Cycle counts of paint and paint materials when necessary
• Reading and understanding work orders and CAD drawing packets to ensure the correct color/finish is used
• Must demonstrate competency in use, as well as safe usage of various paint/finishing chemicals, spray gun, paint booth, and various sanding/grinding tools
• Responsible for the general housekeeping of the paint department area, as well as the orderly and safe storage/staging of finished product or product in queue
• Have a clear understanding of production workflow’s interrelationship the paint department has with other departments
• Cross train and assist in any other department when work load dictates
• Check that all information regarding Work Order is complete and provides full understanding of the tasks to be completed
• Any other related task and/or responsibility assigned by supervisor

• Keen sense of urgency
• Attention to detail
• Meticulous attention to detail, effective planning and organizational skills
• Highly time conscientious
• Understand the basics of industrial safety, health and environmental impacts and proactively affect the production staff
• Teamwork
• Ability to plan and implement improvements
• Ability to identify and anticipate production and operation needs

• No direct supervisory duties
• Day Shift 8:00 AM-4:30 PM Monday - Friday

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent experience required
• 3+ years of experience in a painter position
• 3+ years of experience with prep, sanding, and filling
• 2+ years of experience with powder coating
• Must know how to read a mixing cup, as well as a paint tech sheet
• Must display competency as to which paints/coatings can be used on specific surfaces or applications
• Open and available to work overtime including weekends to meet customer due dates

Please note this Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.