Industrial Painter

Industrial PainterLotus Technical has a 6-month contract to permanent, or possible direct hire role for an Industrial Painter for our manufacturing client located in Maple Grove, MN. Must be US Citizen or Green Card Holder.Job DutiesPrepare metal components and machine assemblies for painting by cleaning, sanding, grinding, masking, and performing surface preparation.Inspect parts prior to painting to ensure proper preparation and readiness for coating application.Mix paints, primers, hardeners, reducers, and other coatings according to manufacturer specifications.Apply industrial wet paint finishes using HVLP and conventional spray equipment.Apply primers, base coats, and finish coats while maintaining proper coverage, appearance, and coating thickness.Inspect completed work for quality, including coverage, color consistency, finish appearance, and defects.Perform paint touch-up and rework as required to meet quality standards.Identify and correct common paint defects such as runs, dry spray, fisheyes, and uneven coverage.Maintain paint booth cleanliness and perform routine cleaning and maintenance of paint equipment.Properly handle and store paints, solvents, and related materials in accordance with safety requirements.Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and hazardous material handling procedures.Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators.Assist with material movement and support other manufacturing activities as needed.Perform other job-related duties as assigned or required to meet production schedules and operational needs.Minimum Education RequiredHigh school diploma or equivalent.Minimum Experience RequiredHigh school diploma or equivalent.Minimum of 3 years of industrial wet paint experience in a manufacturing environment.Experience painting fabricated metal, machinery, heavy equipment, or industrial products.Proficiency using HVLP or conventional spray equipment.Knowledge of industrial paint systems, including primers, polyurethane, epoxy, and other protective coatings.Ability to properly prepare surfaces and achieve high-quality finishes.Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, and production documentation.Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.Ability to work safely while handling paints, chemicals, and related materials.Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities required in a manufacturing environment.Must be US Citizen, or Green Card Holder.Preferred ExperienceExperience painting industrial machinery or OEM equipment.Experience with two-component paint systems.Experience with paint mixing and color matching.Forklift and overhead crane experience.Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to support assembly operations.Experience working in a lean manufacturing environment.ShiftFirst (Day)Number of Openings1Veterans Encouraged to ApplyYesCompensation$24.00 - $34.00 / HourlyPostal Code55369Job TypeFull TimePlace of WorkOn-siteRequisition ID50791Job BenefitsPFMLApplication View email address on click.appcast.io