Senior Painter (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Overview Location: Adkins, TX 78101 Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site Schedule: Monday - Thursday | 7:00 AM - 5:45 PM Pay: $24.00 per hour Reports to: Paint Supervisor / Production Lead Top Metal Solutions is seeking a Senior Painter with advanced painting knowledge for industrial wet paint and powder coat operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role focuses on maintaining high-quality finishing standards, supporting production efficiency, troubleshooting paint-related issues, and assisting with process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have leadership by example and be able to work with minimal supervision. Responsibilities Apply industrial wet paint and powder coat finishes to fabricated metal components and assemblies Perform touch-up work on critical or high-complexity parts without damaging finished products Prepare paint mixtures and production materials according to specifications Perform initial setup and adjustment of curing ovens for production operations Detect, troubleshoot, and correct paint finish defects and inconsistencies Support root cause analysis investigations related to paint adhesion or finish quality issues Maintain consistent finish quality and production efficiency Assist in training and supporting Production Painters and Painter Helpers Implement and improve hooks, racks, and hanging methods to increase production efficiency Support process improvement initiatives within the paint department Maintain clean and organized work areas Follow all paint procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements Support production schedules and overall department workflow Qualifications 5+ years of industrial painting experience preferred Experience with wet paint and powder coat systems required Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities Strong understanding of industrial paint processes and finish quality standards Ability to maintain productivity and quality in a fast-paced environment Excellent attendance and reliability Strong work ethic and leadership mentality Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred Preferred Qualifications Experience with structural steel or custom fabrication projects Experience training or mentoring paint department personnel Familiarity with production improvement initiatives and workflow optimization Forklift experience is a plus Industrial coating certifications are a plus, but not required Compensation Starting pay: $24/hour Full-time position 40 hours guaranteed per week Stable long-term employment Opportunity for professional growth within the company Physical Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods of time Ability to lift and move materials regularly Ability to bend, kneel, push, pull, and work in a physically demanding environment Ability to work safely around paint equipment and production machinery Work Environment This position works inside a manufacturing and industrial paint facility. Employees may be exposed to paint fumes, dust, heat, noise, and production equipment. Proper PPE must be worn at all times. #J-18808-Ljbffr Top Metal Solutions