Painter - 1st Shift

Job Title: Industrial Painter

Department: Paint Operations

Reports To: Production Supervisor

Shift: 1st Shift - Mon - Thurs. 6:00am - 4:30pm

Compensation: $22/hr - $24/hr

Location: Alexandria Minnesota

Why Join Our Team?

At Standard Iron, we dont just finish parts; we deliver quality. As a Painter, you are the final touchpoint for our customers. You'll work in a high-energy environment where safety is a priority and craftsmanship is celebrated.

The Role at a Glance

The Painter is responsible for applying high-quality finishes (powder and wet spray) to a variety of industrial parts. You will manage the full lifecycle of the paint line-from loading and rigging to inspection and maintenance-ensuring every piece meets our "defect-free" gold standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Precision Finishing: Apply powder coat and/or wet spray paint to diverse parts with a focus on consistency and thickness.
• Line Management: Load/unload the paint line, monitor real-time operations, and adjust settings to optimize flow.
• Quality Control: Inspect finished work against engineering standards to identify and correct defects immediately.
• Operational Readiness: Perform rapid color changes and equipment cleaning while maintaining a strict "zero-contamination" environment.
• Safety & Rigging: Use overhead cranes and specialized rigging to move materials safely through the facility.
• Documentation: Read and interpret work orders to determine material specs, tolerances, and labeling requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

• Experience: Previous experience in industrial painting (Powder or Wet Spray) preferred.

• Skills:

• Ability to pass a vision test (corrective lenses are fine).

• Strong communication skills to collaborate with the team and follow technical instructions.

• Comfort using overhead cranes and lifting equipment.

• Aptitude: Must pass a basic skills assessment and demonstrate a "team-first" attitude.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures.

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Apply Today!

If you're ready to launch your career with a company that values dedication and growth, apply now to join Standard Iron's team. Start your journey with us and become part of a legacy of excellence.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics, focusing on skills, safety, and job-related qualifications in our manufacturing operations.