Job details We are seeking a diligent and meticulous Production Painter to apply high-quality finishes and protective coatings to manufactured parts, products, or components in a fast-paced production environment. The successful candidate will be proficient in operating industrial spray painting equipment and dedicated to maintaining consistent quality standards and adhering to safety protocols. ...
Responsibilities:
Preparation & Staging:

Clean, wash, and prepare surfaces (e.g., metal, plastic, wood) by sanding, masking, taping, and wiping with solvents to ensure proper paint adhesion.

Set up and organize parts on racks, hooks, or conveyors for the painting process.

Verify parts are free of grease, dust, or contaminants before coating application.

Coating Application:

Operate and maintain specialized painting equipment, including conventional and airless spray guns, powder coat systems, or robotic painting arms.

Apply paint, primer, lacquer, enamel, and other protective or decorative coatings according to job specifications, thickness requirements, and company standards.

Regulate pressure and flow of paint and air to ensure consistent, even coverage and avoid runs, sags, or defects.

Mix and thin paint materials to achieve the correct color, viscosity, and application consistency.

Quality Control & Inspection:

Visually inspect finished components for defects, poor coverage, runs, or blemishes, and perform touch-ups or rework as necessary.

Measure film thickness (DFT) using gauges or calipers to ensure specifications are met.

Maintain consistency in paint quality, color, and texture across all production batches.

Maintenance & Safety:

Clean and maintain painting booths, spray guns, hoses, and surrounding work areas to prevent cross-contamination.

Properly store, handle, and dispose of paint materials, chemicals, and hazardous waste in accordance with safety guidelines.

Adhere strictly to all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, including respirators, goggles, and protective suits.

Troubleshoot and report any equipment malfunctions or process issues to the supervisor.

Working hours: Various Shifts Available

Skills:
Technical & Equipment Expertise

Specialized Equipment Proficiency: Direct experience setting up, operating, and maintaining specific industrial painting equipment.

Powder Coating: Experience with electrostatic application and curing processes.

Airless/HVLP/Conventional Spray Systems: Advanced skill in fine-tuning settings for pressure, air, and fluid flow to achieve optimal, consistent finishes.

Robotic/Automated Systems: Experience loading programs, monitoring operation, and troubleshooting automated painting processes (if applicable).

Advanced Quality Control (QC):

Proficiency with Film Thickness Gauges (e.g, wet film combs, dry film thickness meters) to ensure coatings meet precise specifications.

Experience performing Adhesion Tests (e.g., cross-hatch) or other common coating performance checks.

Material Handling: Certifications or demonstrated experience with forklifts, pallet jacks, or overhead cranes for safely moving large or heavy components to and from the paint booth/line.

Rework and Repair: Proven ability to efficiently and seamlessly strip, sand, and re-paint defective parts with minimal material waste.

Education:
Trade

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
Experience: Proven experience as a Production Painter, Industrial Painter, or Finisher, ideally within a manufacturing or factory setting.

Technical Proficiency:

Expertise in operating and maintaining high-volume spray painting systems (e.g., wet paint, powder coat, or electrostatic application).

Knowledge of s

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Show lessShow more We are seeking a diligent and meticulous Production Painter to apply high-quality finishes and protective coatings to manufactured parts, products, or components in a fast-paced production environment. The successful candidate will be proficient in operating industrial spray painting equipment and dedicated to maintaining consistent quality standards and adhering to safety protocols.

Responsibilities:
Preparation & Staging:

Clean, wash, and prepare surfaces (e.g., metal, plastic, wood) by sanding, masking, taping, and wiping with solvents to ensure proper paint adhesion.

Set up and organize parts on racks, hooks, or conveyors for the painting process.

Verify parts are free of grease, dust, or contaminants before coating application.

Coating Application:

Operate and maintain specialized painting equipment, including conventional and airless spray guns, powder coat systems, or robotic painting arms.

Apply paint, primer, lacquer, enamel, and other protective or decorative coatings according to job specifications, thickness requirements, and company standards.

Regulate pressure and flow of paint and air to ensure consistent, even coverage and avoid runs, sags, or defects. ...
Mix and thin paint materials to achieve the correct color, viscosity, and application consistency.

Quality Control & Inspection:

Visually inspect finished components for defects, poor coverage, runs, or blemishes, and perform touch-ups or rework as necessary.

Measure film thickness (DFT) using gauges or calipers to ensure specifications are met.

Maintain consistency in paint quality, color, and texture across all production batches.

Maintenance & Safety:

Clean and maintain painting booths, spray guns, hoses, and surrounding work areas to prevent cross-contamination.

Properly store, handle, and dispose of paint materials, chemicals, and hazardous waste in accordance with safety guidelines.

Adhere strictly to all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, including respirators, goggles, and protective suits.

Troubleshoot and report any equipment malfunctions or process issues to the supervisor.

Working hours: Various Shifts Available

Skills:
Technical & Equipment Expertise

Specialized Equipment Proficiency: Direct experience setting up, operating, and maintaining specific industrial painting equipment.

Powder Coating: Experience with electrostatic application and curing processes.

Airless/HVLP/Conventional Spray Systems: Advanced skill in fine-tuning settings for pressure, air, and fluid flow to achieve optimal, consistent finishes.

Robotic/Automated Systems: Experience loading programs, monitoring operation, and troubleshooting automated painting processes (if applicable).

Advanced Quality Control (QC):

Proficiency with Film Thickness Gauges (e.g, wet film combs, dry film thickness meters) to ensure coatings meet precise specifications.

Experience performing Adhesion Tests (e.g., cross-hatch) or other common coating performance checks.

Material Handling: Certifications or demonstrated experience with forklifts, pallet jacks, or overhead cranes for safely moving large or heavy components to and from the paint booth/line.

Rework and Repair: Proven ability to efficiently and seamlessly strip, sand, and re-paint defective parts with minimal material waste.

Education:
Trade

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
Experience: Proven experience as a Production Painter, Industrial Painter, or Finisher, ideally within a manufacturing or factory setting.

Technical Proficiency:

Expertise in operating and maintaining high-volume spray painting systems (e.g., wet paint, powder coat, or electrostatic application).

Knowledge of s

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Show lessShow morekey responsibilities

Preparation & Staging:Clean, wash, and prepare surfaces (e.g., metal, plastic, wood) by sanding, masking, taping, and wiping with solvents to ensure proper paint adhesion.Set up and organize parts on racks, hooks, or conveyors for the painting process.Verify parts are free of grease, dust, or contaminants before coating application.Coating Application:Operate and maintain specialized painting equipment, including conventional and airless spray guns, powder coat systems, or robotic painting arms.Apply paint, primer, lacquer, enamel, and other protective or decorative coatings according to job specifications, thickness requirements, and company standards.Regulate pressure and flow of paint and air to ensure consistent, even coverage and avoid runs, sags, or defects.Mix and thin paint materials to achieve the correct color, viscosity, and application consistency.Quality Control & Inspection:Visually inspect finished components for defects, poor coverage, runs, or blemishes, and perform touch-ups or rework as necessary.Measure film thickness (DFT) using gauges or calipers to ensure specifications are met.Maintain consistency in paint quality, color, and texture across all production batches.Maintenance & Safety:Clean and maintain painting booths, spray guns, hoses, and surrounding work areas to prevent cross-contamination.Properly store, handle, and dispose of paint materials, chemicals, and hazardous waste in accordance with safety guidelines.Adhere strictly to all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, including respirators, goggles, and protective suits.Troubleshoot and report any equipment malfunctions or process issues to the supervisor.

experience

1-4 years

skills

Technical & Equipment ExpertiseSpecialized Equipment Proficiency: Direct experience setting up, operating, and maintaining specific industrial painting equipment.Powder Coating: Experience with electrostatic application and curing processes.Airless/HVLP/Conventional Spray Systems: Advanced skill in fine-tuning settings for pressure, air, and fluid flow to achieve optimal, consistent finishes.Robotic/Automated Systems: Experience loading programs, monitoring operation, and troubleshooting automated painting processes (if applicable).Advanced Quality Control (QC):Proficiency with Film Thickness Gauges (e.g, wet film combs, dry film thickness meters) to ensure coatings meet precise specifications.Experience performing Adhesion Tests (e.g., cross-hatch) or other common coating performance checks.Material Handling: Certifications or demonstrated experience with forklifts, pallet jacks, or overhead cranes for safely moving large or heavy components to and from the paint booth/line.Rework and Repair: Proven ability to efficiently and seamlessly strip, sand, and re-paint defective parts with minimal material waste.

qualifications

Experience: Proven experience as a Production Painter, Industrial Painter, or Finisher, ideally within a manufacturing or factory setting.Technical Proficiency:Expertise in operating and maintaining high-volume spray painting systems (e.g., wet paint, powder coat, or electrostatic application).Knowledge of surface preparation techniques and the characteristics of various industrial coatings (e.g., epoxy, polyurethane).Ability to read and understand technical specifications, work orders, and coating requirements.

education

Trade

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