Prime Painter

Prime Painter Pay: $24.00 - $28.00/hr Location: Greater Seattle Area, WA Overview We are seeking an experienced Prime Painter to prepare, mix, and apply industrial coatings to metal components while ensuring quality, safety, and production standards are met in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Prepare and clean parts for painting. Mix paints and coatings according to specifications. Apply primer and paint using HVLP spray equipment. Inspect finished parts for quality, coverage, and thickness. Maintain paint booths, filters, and painting equipment. Complete production paperwork and checklists. Follow OSHA, safety, and PPE requirements. Keep work areas clean and organized. Qualifications Previous industrial, manufacturing, automotive, or aerospace painting experience preferred. Experience with HVLP or similar spray painting equipment. Ability to read and follow work instructions and specifications. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Knowledge of paint preparation and finishing processes. Ability to work efficiently in a production environment. Why Join Us? Competitive compensation. Long-term career opportunity with a stable employer. Training and growth opportunities. Safety-focused workplace and supportive team environment. Work Environment Manufacturing and paint booth setting requiring respirators and other PPE. Candidates should be comfortable standing for extended periods and working with industrial coatings and painting equipment. Shift schedules may include overnight hours to support production needs. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tacoma, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tacoma, WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.