Painter

Description

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Painter to join our production team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, mixing, and applying industrial and automotive-style coatings to manufactured products according to specifications. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in high-quality craftsmanship, works well in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and values safety, precision, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

Painting & Production

• Apply coatings to products using air spray guns in accordance with project specifications
• Mix coating liquids and perform color matching to meet client-specified colors across various substrates
• Mask and protect surfaces not intended for painting or coating
• Follow approved processes for painting a wide range of materials and substrates
• Inspect painted products for quality, identifying runs, sags, missed areas, or defects
• Monitor project progress to ensure on-time completion
  
  

Preparation & Equipment

• Assist with prep work as needed, including surface preparation
• Perform daily cleaning and basic maintenance of painting equipment per manufacturer instructions
• Safely load and unload materials for transport
  
  

Coordination & Compliance

• Coordinate with the Paint and Finishing Manager and other team members to communicate workflow and project status
• Adhere to all regulatory and safety guidelines, including hazardous waste disposal requirements
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
  
  

Teamwork & Additional Responsibilities

• Collaborate effectively with team members to meet production goals
• Assist others in accomplishing assigned tasks when needed
• Perform additional related duties as assigned
• Maintain a positive, safety-first mindset in all work activities
  
  

Qualifications

Experience

• Prior work experience as a painter in a manufacturing or industrial environment required
• Experience with automotive-style paints and paint mixing techniques strongly preferred
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to manage projects through completion in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable performing physically demanding work
  
  

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Regularly lift up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 70 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, push, pull, and perform strenuous physical labor for extended periods
• Requires good multi-limb coordination and the ability to move quickly and safely
  
  

Work Environment

• Primarily works in a workshop/manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise levels
• Occasional work in outdoor conditions, including inclement weather
• Noise levels consistent with a construction or production site
  
  

Schedule & Expectations

• Full-time position based in High Point, NC
• Regular business hours with potential for long days and weekend work based on project needs
• Adherence to all company policies is required