Industrial Painter

Industrial Painter

Shift: All Shifts Available
Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Painter to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with industrial or metal painting, surface preparation, paint mixing, and spray application. Experience operating pressure pots and conventional spray equipment in a production environment is highly preferred.
Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix, and blend paints according to specifications for proper color, texture, viscosity, and consistency.
• Apply paint to metal surfaces using pressure pots, conventional spray guns, and other industrial painting equipment.
• Perform metal surface preparation, cleaning, and finishing to ensure proper paint adhesion and quality.
• Inspect painted surfaces for coverage, finish quality, and defects.
• Measure paint thickness and verify compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Safely handle, store, and maintain paints, chemicals, and painting supplies.
• Monitor paint and supply inventory and communicate replenishment needs.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of respirators and required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Assist team members and support daily production goals as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Required: Previous industrial painting or metal painting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience with spray painting equipment, pressure pots, conventional spray guns, and paint mixing is preferred.
• Ability to prepare metal surfaces and apply paint to achieve consistent, high-quality finishes.
• Ability to read and accurately use a tape measure.
• Ability to safely operate spray equipment and use respirators, PPE, and ladders.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and performing painting tasks from ladders or elevated positions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality, safety, and production standards.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Surge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Surge is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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