Industrial Painter - Full Time 1st Shift!

Job Title: Full-Time Industrial Painter Job Description This full-time Industrial Painter role focuses on mixing and applying a variety of industrial coatings, including acrylic enamels and two-part acrylic urethanes, to achieve high-quality finishes on metal and other surfaces. You work in a paint booth environment performing detailed surface preparation, spray painting, and touch-up work while maintaining productivity and quality standards. The position requires a strong team-first mindset, adherence to safety regulations, and comfort working with industrial chemicals and equipment.

Maintain established productivity and quality standards while completing painting and prep tasks.

Prepare surfaces for painting by grinding, sanding, power washing, degreasing, and removing splatter and rust.

Set up and adjust spray equipment, including air pressures and spray nozzles, based on paint type and required finish.

Apply paint using spray guns in a paint booth environment, achieving uniform coverage and proper film thickness.

Perform brush painting and touch-up work where indicated to correct defects and ensure a consistent finish.

Carry out general housekeeping and maintenance of paint spray equipment, booths, and respirators in accordance with department health and safety regulations.

Operate a forklift to move parts, materials, and equipment safely within the facility.

Monitor and maintain the availability of painting materials by anticipating requirements and supporting inventory control.

Follow all safety procedures when working with chemicals, paints, and industrial equipment, including proper use of personal protective equipment.

Proven experience in industrial painting, including paint preparation and spray application in a paint booth environment.

Strong skills in surface preparation, including grinding, sanding, rust removal, power washing, and degreasing.

Capability to perform brush painting and detailed touch-up work to meet quality standards.

Experience maintaining paint spray equipment, booths, and respirators in line with health and safety regulations.

Ability to operate a forklift to move parts and equipment safely.

Comfort working with industrial paints, chemicals, and related safety procedures.

Strong team-first mindset and commitment to productivity and quality standards.

Experience in industrial paint prep and industrial painting environments.

Familiarity with paint booths and industrial paint systems.

Understanding of basic inventory handling and material availability planning.

Work Environment This is a first-shift position working Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in an industrial paint booth and shop environment. You regularly work with spray guns, industrial paints, chemicals, and surface preparation tools such as grinders and power washers. The role involves operating forklifts and handling inventory in a production setting. Personal protective equipment is required, including steel-toe footwear and safety glasses. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hixson, TN.

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.