Production Painter

ColorCoat, Inc., headquartered in West Sacramento, CA, stands as the largest paint and coatings applicator in the United States. With multiple facilities spread across the country, the company specializes in serving window and door manufacturers, ensuring a high standard of quality and precision in each coating application. Known for its commitment to safety, innovation, and employee growth, ColorCoat has developed a strong reputation within the industrial coatings industry. The company's culture encourages collaboration, continual learning, and operational excellence, making it an attractive workplace for professionals seeking long-term career opportunities in manufacturing and coatings application.

The Grand Prairie, TX, location is currently seeking a skilled Production Painter for the 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM Monday through Friday shift. This is a full-time position offering competitive pay ranging from $22.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on experience. The role reports directly to the Production Lead and Plant Manager and falls under a non-exempt FLSA status. ColorCoat provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, referral bonus incentives, and monthly incentive payouts.

The Production Painter - Coatings Application position involves operating in a highly controlled environment, primarily using HVLP spray guns within a paint booth. Candidates should have a minimum of three years of painting experience, with a background ideally rooted in automotive collision repair and auto body painting. Key responsibilities range from preparing and mixing paint according to supplier specifications, sanding and surface preparation, to maintaining cleanliness of the paint lane and equipment. The role necessitates physical stamina to meet job demands, such as lifting up to 100 pounds, and requires passing a physical and respiratory evaluation.

Employees in this role must demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production setting. They will be expected to understand paint specifications for different customers, maintain accurate sample records for each lot of paint, replace filters in the paint booth and oven, and ensure safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) usage are consistently followed. Effective communication with managers concerning equipment or paint quality issues is essential, as is cooperating with team members to maintain production goals.

The successful Production Painter will have familiarity with equipment including drill presses, rubber mallets, agitator drums, air supplies, pallet jacks, compressors, paint bucket opener tools, paint booths, ovens, and spray guns. They will also be capable of measuring materials accurately and consistently. The work environment is often loud and involves exposure to toxic chemicals, necessitating proper use of PPE, with mask fit testing provided by the employer.

ColorCoat, Inc. is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company complies fully with all federal laws regarding employment eligibility and U.S. work authorization. They are committed to employee health and safety, following CDC and OSHA guidelines, particularly concerning COVID-19 protocols. This role offers a rare opportunity for skilled painters to join an industry-leading organization that values dedication, quality, and professional development.