Paint Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Paint Technician / Finisher – Forged Fiber Board (FFB) (R&D Cabinetry)

Location: Lafayette, Indiana (R&D Facility)

Department: Research & Development / Finishing

Reports To: R&D Finishing Lead / Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Job Summary:

Help showcase the superior aesthetics and durability of Fiber Global’s Forged Fiber Board (FFB) in our Lafayette R&D facility. The Paint Technician prepares surfaces and applies high-quality finishes to prototype cabinetry components, supporting validation testing and demonstration of FFB use-cases in the cabinetry industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare FFB surfaces through cleaning, sanding, masking, and other methods for optimal adhesion and finish quality.

• Mix, match, and apply primers, paints, stains, clear coats, and specialized finishes using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.

• Set up and maintain finishing tools and spray booths in the R&D environment.

• Inspect finished parts for consistency, coverage, texture, and durability; perform touch-ups as part of iterative validation.

• Document finishing processes, performance observations, and test results.

• Strictly follow safety protocols for coatings, solvents, and hazardous materials (PPE, ventilation, disposal).

• Coordinate with fabrication and assembly teams to support overall prototype timelines.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED; technical training in painting, coatings, or woodworking finishing preferred.

• 6 –10 years of experience in industrial painting, cabinetry finishing, or coating applications.

• Proficiency with surface preparation and spray painting techniques.

• Knowledge of safety regulations for paints and solvents.

• Physical ability to stand for long periods, wear required PPE (including respirators), and work in a controlled finishing area.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience finishing engineered wood, composites, or cabinetry materials.

• Spray gun certification or coatings expertise.

• Color matching skills for premium aesthetic results.