Painter

Painter

Mertz 2400 N Waverly - Ponca City, OK 74601

Overview

Level Experienced Position Type Full Time

Description

Painter

Job Description

Department: Paint

Job Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Reports To: Paint Manager

Location: Ponca City, OK

Amount of Travel Required: N/A

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 5:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Positions Supervised: N/A

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Industrial Painter is responsible for preparing, painting, and finishing fabricated components and equipment according to company and customer specifications. This role performs paint preparation, mixing, application, and equipment maintenance activities while following all shop safety protocols and quality requirements in a manufacturing environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "may.")

• Studies drawings, prints, and work instructions related to paint and finishing activities.
• Determines proper paint mixing recipes and related coating products applicable to specific jobs.
• Operates airless and conventional spray painting equipment.
• Prepares parts and equipment for painting, including sanding and taping as required.
• Follows instructions from lead personnel and supervisors regarding paint operations and production priorities.
• Adheres to all shop safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Cleans and maintains painting tools, spray equipment, and work areas.
• Operates lifting aids and material handling equipment as necessary to perform assigned work.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Successfully passes all applicable general pre-employment testing including but not limited to: background check, pre-employment drug screening, pre-employment fit tests, pre-employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s) and pre-employment Pulmonary Function Test (PFT).
• In person, predictable attendance in Ponca City, OK.
• Overtime required based on business needs.
• Proficiency in spoken English language.
• Must comply with all company safety requirements and PPE standards in a manufacturing environment.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE LEVEL

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• 0-3 years of industrial painting experience or equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Preferred:

• Experience using airless and conventional spray-painting equipment.
• Experience preparing fabricated steel or industrial components for painting and coating application.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Experience working in a custom fabrication or heavy manufacturing environment.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIES

• Interpretation of shop drawings, prints, and work instructions related to paint operations.
• Mixing and application of industrial paint and coating systems.
• Safe operation and maintenance of spray painting equipment and related tools.
• Knowledge of surface preparation processes including sanding and masking/taping.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Understanding and adherence to shop safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees are frequently required to walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, crawl, lift, balance, stoop, handle materials, and squat or kneel. Employees must regularly lift and move up to forty-nine (49) pounds independently and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with a team lift. This role requires working both indoors and outdoors, often during inclement weather, while performing labor-intensive duties. The work environment includes exposure to hazardous materials and operating conditions. Given the hazardous nature of the work environment, employees are required to wear company-mandated and company-issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including coveralls or shirt/jeans combination, safety hat, steel toe boots, safety glasses, ear protection, and designated safety gloves according to role. Employees must strictly adhere to all safety policies, including the Companies' Life Saving Rules and procedures at all times.

Work hours may include early morning, late afternoon/evening hours, and weekends in combination depending on job demands.

AAP /EEO STATEMENT

The Company is committed to the cause of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, thus abiding by all applicable state and federal laws. Our practices regarding employment, job promotion, compensation, training, and termination do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran's status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. It is expected that all employees, both management and staff, will fully support these nondiscriminatory policies.

*All field and shop employees and potential employees performing or assuming roles that require exposure to industrial activities, including, but not limited to, roles in shop or field operations environments, must be able to effectively communicate and comprehend the English language. This provision does not purport to require employees to always speak only English in the workplace or otherwise prevent employees from speaking non-English languages, provided that such employees are able to effectively communicate and comprehend English to satisfy the company's expectations and business objectives.

English comprehension is necessary to ensure employees:

• Understand all health and safety communications.
• Possess a sufficient level of relevant equipment knowledge.
• Comprehend verbal and written communications from the company and other employees.
• Comprehend all operational and safety procedures.
• Understand alerts and emergency notifications, including Responses to Alerts, Warnings and Emergencies.
• Understand the contents of announcements and/or radio communications.
• Are able to effectively and independently communicate with customers, supervisors, and colleagues.
• Are able to prevent workplace accidents and/or injuries through effective communication.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.

Last Revised: 06/2026