Industrial Painter

Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Coatings Manager, this position performs industrial coating/painting
steel for a variety of jobs. Compliance with the IronWorks Quality Assurance program is required. In
addition, this position needs to collaborate with other team members, work within the production
schedule, proactively maintain all tools and equipment used, and follow all safety precautions. This
position requires an experienced, energetic, and detail-focused individual with good dexterity that
wants to be a part of a growing team and company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in
industrial coating/painting and have the drive, and skills required to be an exceptional part of our team.
Essential Functions
1. Read blueprints and drawings to understand customer specifications for the job.
2. Determine the appropriate paint needed based on requirements.
3. Prepare the surface, masking and cleaning.
4. Prepare the paint, use measurement equipment such as viscosity cups, thickness gages and
gloss gages to check the makeup of the paint, and use your understanding of chemistry to mix
the appropriate compounds for the job.
5. Apply paint using a variety of equipment such as Graco airless pumps, pressure pots, electrostatic
painters and lines and paint guns.
6. Clean work area carefully following guidelines for the safe handling and disposal of hazardous
chemicals and waste.
7. Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
8. Ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and safely, meeting customer delivery expectations.
9. Work extended hours as per job requirements.
10. Work independently and within a team on special and ongoing projects.
11. Any other task as directed by management.
Competencies
1. Technical Capacity.
2. Blueprint reading
3. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
4. Thoroughness.
5. Collaboration Skills.
6. Communication Proficiency.
7. Flexibility.