Industrial Painter

Job Description

Job Description

Company Info

Our client is a Fortune 100 company seeking highly driven employees who are safety-focused, quality-minded, and career-oriented. Be part of a team that takes pride in manufacturing equipment.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Painter to join a manufacturing team in Brooklyn Park, MN. In this role, you will be responsible for cleaning and preparing materials prior to painting, applying primer and topcoat finishes to components and machinery, and ensuring all painted surfaces meet company standards. The ideal candidate will have prior heavy equipment paint processing experience and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety every day.

• Sand, mask, wash, paint, and touch up components and machines according to blueprints and engineering drawings.

• Apply primer, topcoat, and electrostatic paint finishes to achieve consistent, high-quality results.

• Electronically and manually maintain labor and production documentation.

• Perform hazardous waste handling tasks related to paint activities.

• Coordinate and prioritize work to meet production schedules.

• Take initiative to identify, document, communicate, and correct paint-related issues; report discrepancies and recommend solutions.

• Work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Work independently with limited supervision.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in heavy equipment paint processing, or completion of a paint-related certificate or technical degree.

• Experience applying prime coat, top coat, and electrostatic paint.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints/engineering drawings.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 35 lbs frequently.

• Stand and work for 8-hour shifts with minimal breaks.

• Ability to work at multiple heights, including climbing equipment, ladders, and man lifts.

• Ability to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, twist, and work in tight or awkward spaces.

• Repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling, and rotating motions required.

• Fine motor skills for precision paint application and finishing tasks.

• Exposure to paint fumes, catalyst fumes, isopropanol fumes, and wash chemicals.

• Exposure to noise levels of 85db or greater and fluctuating temperatures.

• Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, hoists, and material handling equipment (counterbalance, tug).

• Operate paving products equipment such as compactors, rotary mixers, and pavers.

• Regular use of paint and wash tools including cup paint guns, sanders, buffers, and related equipment.

• Required PPE provided: hearing protection, safety glasses, metatarsal foot gear, respirator, painter hood, Tyvek suit, rain gear, rubber boots, rubber gloves, and full face shield with hood.

About Us

At The Vision Companies, we go beyond matching skills to job descriptions. We advocate for you, ensuring a win-win for both candidates and clients by finding the right fit—not just any fit. Our personalized approach, grounded in core values, means we carefully select opportunities that align with your goals. We support you every step of the way and follow up to ensure satisfaction, treating each person as a valued individual.

Benefits

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, and health insurance covering medical, dental, and vision needs. We offer term life insurance, short-term disability benefits, and a 401K plan to secure your future. Benefit from competitive wages, performance-based pay increases, and bonuses. Additionally, we provide safety and employee referral bonuses, along with exciting gift giveaways throughout the year. Plus, you'll have the support of an amazing team of recruiters dedicated to advocating for you every step of the way!