Painter

Job Title: Industrial Painter
STATUS: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Location: Abilene, TX
Department: Production
Reports to:  Paint Department Supervisor

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Job Summary – Industrial Painter
As an Industrial Painter, you will be responsible for preparing and painting sheet metal enclosures using HVLP spray equipment. This role is ideal for someone with a strong eye for detail, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to producing high-quality finishes. You’ll perform surface preparation, apply coatings, and inspect final products to ensure they meet quality standards. Working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you’ll contribute to the overall success of the production team by ensuring each unit is finished to perfection and ready for shipment.

Who You Are:
You are a detail-oriented and dependable individual with experience in industrial painting. You take pride in your work, follow safety protocols, and enjoy working with your hands. You’re comfortable working independently or as part of a team and are motivated to deliver high-quality results in a manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare surfaces by caulking, sanding, grinding, and taping units.
• Apply primers and finish coatings using HVLP spray guns.
• Inspect painted surfaces for defects such as blisters or streaks and correct them.
• Disassemble, clean, and maintain spray equipment.
• Move units between workstations using heavy machinery.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Manage time and tasks independently with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the production team.

Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of industrial painting experience required; 3–5 years preferred.
• Experience in a metal fabrication or production environment highly desired.
• Proficiency with HVLP spray guns.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Comfortable working in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Physical ability to stand, stoop, kneel, or crouch for 8–10 hours per day.
• Strength to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• Steady hand and arm control for precision painting.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses and steel-toed boots.

At JTS, we take pride in producing high-quality, American-made products while providing a workplace where employees can thrive. With locations in Caldwell and Nampa, ID, and Abilene, TX , we offer a supportive, fast-paced environment with excellent benefits and career growth opportunities.

✨ What JTS Offers:
💰 Competitive Pay – Weekly pay
🏖️ Time Off – Generous PTO and 10 paid holidays
🏥 Comprehensive Benefits – Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
💼 Retirement Savings – 401k with a 4% employer match
Proudly American-Made – Be part of a company committed to U.S. manufacturing
💙 Wellness & Support – Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program
📈 Career Growth – Development opportunities to help you advance
👢 Perks & Discounts – Shoes for Crews and more
🎉 Engaging Culture – Company events and a team-driven environment’
🧤 Safety First – Work in a fast-paced, continuous-run manufacturing facility that prioritizes a “Safety First” culture.

Join a company that values quality, hard work, and the people who make it all happen. Apply today!