Painter

Job Responsibilities & RequirementsThe Painter is responsible for preparing, coating, inspecting, and processing materials and products through finishing operations using liquid paint and/or powder coating systems. This role supports manufacturing operations by ensuring products are properly prepared, coated, handled, and inspected according to quality, safety, and customer requirements. Responsibilities include surface preparation, coating application, equipment operation, material handling, quality inspections, and maintaining production flow within the finishing department.What You Will Do:ResponsibilitiesOperate finishing equipment and consistently follow safe work practices and company safety procedures.Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces using established procedures, gauges, templates, or specifications to ensure conformance to quality requirements.Prepare surfaces for coating by cleaning, sanding, blasting, wire brushing, masking, or other approved preparation methods.Load, unload, position, align, and secure parts on racks, fixtures, conveyors, or workstations according to established work instructions.Apply coatings using approved liquid paint and/or powder coating processes while maintaining quality and productivity standards.Monitor parts throughout the finishing process to ensure proper spacing, orientation, coverage, curing, and safe handling.Start, operate, and monitor coating equipment and related systems according to established operating procedures.Perform visual inspections before, during, and after coating operations to identify defects, contamination, damage, or non-conforming conditions.Verify coating (Wet / Powder) appearance, coverage, thickness, and finish quality meet customer, engineering, and production specifications.Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, drawings, specifications, and production schedules.Utilize hand tools, power tools, and finishing equipment common to the coating and finishing trade.Mark or tag materials using proper job numbers, piece marks, and identifying information as required.Detect faulty equipment, tools, or materials and promptly notify supervision of issues affecting safety, quality, or productivity.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including routine housekeeping of equipment and work areas.Follow all safety regulations and utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE).Package, stage, move, and transport materials and finished products as required.Communicate equipment concerns, production interruptions, quality issues, and safety hazards to supervisors or team leads.Assist with production, material handling, and manufacturing support activities as needed.Plan and coordinate work activities to meet production schedules and quality requirements.Perform other duties as assigned in support of manufacturing operations.QualificationsHigh School/GED required1-2 Years Related years of experience preferredAbility to read blueprintsSoft SkillsAttention to Detail: Ensuring precision in applying paint, spotting imperfections, and maintaining high quality standardsLanguage Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organizationTime Management: Prioritizing tasks, working effectively, and meeting production schedules without compromising qualityProblem Solving: Identifying and resolving issues such as paint defects, surface preparation problems, or workflow bottlenecksSafety Awareness: Maintaining a proactive attitude towards workplace safety, following protocols and ensuring a hazard-free environment for oneself and othersPhysical DemandsThis is a physical position that requires the individual to be able to: stand, walk and carry up to 50 lbs., push/pull, climb, walk up stairs and crouch. This position requires the individual to be able to communicate through speaking and hearing.MiTek Perks:Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time offDay One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision PlansFamily friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption ReimbursementPerformance/Incentive bonusesCareer advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursementRetirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit SharingEmployer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life InsurancemyFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytimeMiTek Perks:Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time offDay One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision PlansFamily friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption ReimbursementPerformance/Incentive bonusesCareer advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursementRetirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit SharingEmployer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life InsurancemyFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytimeMiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr