Located in Manheim, PA
Pay: $20 - $25
Job Full Description
Industrial Painter
Location: Manheim, PA
Shift: 1st Shift | Monday - Friday | 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pay: $25.00+/hour DOE (Depending on Experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Painter to join our manufacturing team. This is a hands-on position responsible for surface preparation, coating application, and finishing of large industrial equipment, tanks, and fabricated components. The ideal candidate will be a turnkey painter who can work independently and consistently produce high-quality results while maintaining safety and production standards.
Experience with plural component coating systems is highly preferred but not required.
Essential Responsibilities
- Prepare surfaces for painting through cleaning, grinding, sanding, masking, and other preparation methods.
- Apply industrial coatings, primers, and finish paints to tanks, steel structures, and manufactured components.
- Operate and maintain airless, conventional, and pressure pot spray equipment.
- Mix and apply coatings according to manufacturer specifications and production requirements.
- Measure wet and dry film thickness to ensure coating quality and compliance with project specifications.
- Inspect finished products for defects, coverage, and overall quality.
- Perform touch-up and repair work as required.
- Read and interpret work orders, paint specifications, and production drawings.
- Maintain paint equipment, spray guns, hoses, and related tools.
- Monitor environmental conditions to ensure proper coating application and curing.
- Follow all safety procedures regarding paint handling, hazardous materials, and respiratory protection.
- Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with housekeeping standards.
- Work closely with production personnel, welders, and fabrication teams to meet production schedules.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- Previous experience as an Industrial Painter or Industrial Coater.
- Ability to independently perform all aspects of industrial coating and painting operations.
- Experience with surface preparation techniques and coating applications.
- Knowledge of industrial paint systems, primers, and protective coatings.
- Ability to safely operate spray equipment and related tools.
- Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and work instructions.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred
- Experience with plural component coating systems.
- Experience painting tanks, structural steel, heavy equipment, or large fabricated products.
- Knowledge of coating inspection methods and thickness measurement equipment.
- Forklift or overhead crane experience.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators and protective clothing.
- Ability to work on ladders, platforms, and elevated surfaces when necessary.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to paint fumes, noise, and varying temperatures.
Benefits
- Competitive pay starting at $25.00+ per hour DOE
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Company-paid life insurance
- Stable, long-term career opportunity
- Opportunities for advancement and skill development
Lancaster, PA
1706
1380 Harrisburg Pike
Suite A
Lancaster, PA 17601
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